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A Powerful Pocket Camera

For 450 bucks it better pack a punch… or at least take some stellar pics.

Yes, the Canon PowerShot G9 does retail for $450. And yes, it is a pocket camera. But it does include many of the same features you would expect to see on a SLR. This camera is designed for the serious photographer who doesn’t want to tote around a standard size SLR on all of his or her photo shoots.

Canon’s G series allows you to point-and-shoot (it even comes with a point-and-shoot mode), but it is by no means a traditional point-and-shoot camera. The camera is void of the maze of buttons commonly found on compact devices, but you won’t miss it. Another bonus: The PowerShot G9 supports JPEG and RAW formats.

Something else that is worth mentioning is that the G9 has a metal body, something you rarely find in cameras that sell for less than $1,000. It’s sturdy exterior protects its quality innards, which includes 12.1 megapixels, face recognition and image stabilization. The camera also features a three-inch LCD, a 6x zoom lens, and a hot shoe for add-on flash units.

Did I mention this is a pocket camera? (If you’ve read my previous blogs you know that is a lot to offer in a compact camera.)

Despite the aforementioned attributes, the PowerShot G9 does come with some drawbacks. Namely, it’s size. If you are used to shooting with a traditional SLR then you might have a hard time adjusting to this camera, as it is slightly smaller than most compact cameras. Also, because of its shrunken size the camera is fitted with a small light sensor inside, which means pictures are not as clear, especially at ISO (light sensitivity) settings above 400. Still, if money is no object then you likely won’t regret adding this camera to your collection.