Canon PowerShot G5 Digital Camera

With a stunning combination of resolution, speed and control, all housed in a rugged, elegant new black enclosure, the PowerShot G5 takes the lead as Canon's flagship PowerShot. With a host of improvements and professional features, the PowerShot G5 will exceed the expectations of even the most discerning photographer.

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Product MPN
MPN	8398a001
Key Features
Camera Type	Standard Point and Shoot
Optical Zoom	4x
Resolution	5 Megapixel
Image Sensor Type	CCD
Weight	0.91 lb.
Lens
Interchangeable Lens	Not Interchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom	4x
Digital Zoom	4x
Focus Type	Autofocus & Manual Focus
Focus Range	5.9 in. to Infinity (t)
Image Quality
Camera Resolution	5 Megapixel
Video
Video Resolutions	320 x 240 • 160 x 120
Video Speed	15 fps
Max Movie Length	180 Seconds
Video Format	AVI
Exposure Control
Frames Per Second	2 Frames
Storage
Compression Type	JPEG • Raw Image
File Size (High Res.)	3.78 MB (34 images on 128MB card)
File Size (Low Res.)	0.08 MB (about 1,600 images on 128MB card)
Flash
ISO Speeds	Auto • 50 • 100 • 200 • 400
Flash Type	Built-In & External
Flash Functions	Flash Off • Auto Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash
Viewfinder / Display
Viewfinder	Optical (Through-the-lens)
LCD Screen	With LCD Screen
LCD Screen Size	1.8 in.
LCD Protected Position	With LCD Protected Position
Interfaces
Interface Type	USB
Video Interface	Video Out
Included Features
Self Timer	2 Sec. • 10 Sec.
Built-in MP3 Player	Unknown
Built-in Microphone	With Built-in Microphone
Built-in Speaker	With Built-in Speaker
Tripod Mount	With Tripod Mount
Dimensions
Width	4.8 in.
Depth	2.8 in.
Height	2.9 in.
Weight	0.91 lb.
Warranty
Warranty	1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line	Canon PowerShot
Included Accessories	Software • USB Cable • Video Cable • Neck Strap • 32 MB Memory Card • Lithium Battery • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control
UPC	013803024449

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By: Howard_Creech

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Jun 29, 2003

Canons New Powershot G5 Best in Class?

Author's Rating:

Pros: 5 megapixels, 4x Optical Zoom, lots of manual control options, excellent image quality

Cons: Redeye and chromatic aberration (purple fringing) problems

Bottom Line:
The new Canon Powershot G5 offers users an almost perfect balance of intuitive usability, near pro performance, solid build quality, compact size, and exceptional images. Read More

By: zlmajors
Jul 11, 2003

King of the 5 megapixel hill.

Author's Rating:

Pros: Fantastic images that have superb detail, attachable lenses, fast, many features.

Cons: Problems with lens cap, chromatic aberration in the pictures.

Bottom Line:
A great intermediate/advanced camera that will fulfill all of your photo needs. Built on a proven design with many upgrades, canon fans will not be dissapointed. Read More

By: svenllr
Jul 12, 2003

You Just Can't Keep a Good Thing Down

Author's Rating:

Pros: Faster, AWESOME pictures, prosumer features.

Cons: Red eye, slow flash recharge, flash doesn't fill entire picture.

Bottom Line:
If you want quality professional images with the ease of use of a consumer camera, then this is your ticket. The competition has once again been one-upped! Read More

By: donnyg
Dec 30, 2003

Gets the Big Things Right

Author's Rating:

Pros: Excellent combination of quality, features, size and price

Cons: a bit big for a compact; autofocus can lag under some circumstances

Bottom Line:
Solid combination of great pictures, wide range of user-friendly features, long battery life and reasonably compact size. Read More

By: lfinato
Jul 20, 2004

A few words on the G5

Author's Rating:

Pros: Outstanding overall performance

Cons: Just the few things I noted.

Bottom Line:
I highly recommend it. Thanks to the overall performance and few shortcomings. I do think too one should also look at comparable Nikon and Olympus Read More

By: cmgb
Jul 18, 2004

WOW--a great camera

Author's Rating:

Pros: Awesome pics, brilliant color!!!

Cons: None for me!

Bottom Line:
Buy it, practice and enjoy the professional results! Read More

By: newtownbeans
Dec 28, 2003

Tops In Its Class

Author's Rating:

Pros: Nearly perfect digital photos; many, many features; easy to use; great value.

Cons: Except for the obsessive professional, there are none.

Bottom Line:
Recommend to anyone for image quality, ease of use, versatility, battery life and high trade-up value. Shop for the best price and trade up for the G6 next year. Read More

By: alcasiddotcom
Dec 20, 2003