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Editors' ChoiceCanon PowerShot G15 Review

16 Feb, 2013, 6:01 pm IST | by Anand Tuliani | Point and Shoot

Point and Shoot

An enthusiast-class digital camera with brilliant optics

An enthusiast-class digital camera with brilliant optics
Dials for mode selection and EV
Well laid out buttons and a 922k dot LCD display

PRICE IN INDIA

34,995

TECH2 RATING

8.0

AVERAGE USER RATING

7.0

How we test

CONTACT

Canon India Private Limited

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Performance

We first tested the G15 in low light—we took it out for a spin at night and took shots with flash disabled and ISO set between 400 and 1600. We thought it would be challenging for the camera to handle noise and deliver well-exposed shots. But the results amazed us. Most digital cameras struggle to keep the noise low at ISO speeds above 400.

ISO 400

ISO 400

 

ISO 800

ISO 800

 

ISO 1600

ISO 1600

 

ISO 12800

ISO 12800

 

 

In the case of G15, we say it’s safe to use ISO speeds up to 1600 without worrying about excessive noise ruining the shots. Thanks to the bright, large-aperture lens and the optical image stabiliser, the camera shoots seamlessly in low light without flash. We managed to capture crisp hand-held shots at shutter speeds as low as 1/15 sec, which is very commendable. Like most digital cameras, the G15 does best when it comes to macro and close-ups. The details in distant objects also appeared very clear. After having tested the camera thoroughly, we were hooked on to the Creative Filters. The effects look very cool and it doesn’t require any post-processing. The ones that yield great-looking shots are Nostalgic, Toy camera and Monochrome.

Shot hand-held at ISO 800 and without flash

Shot hand-held at ISO 800 and without flash

 

Excellent close-ups with pleasing background blur

Excellent close-ups with pleasing background blur

 

Good reproduction of colours and details even in low light

Good reproduction of colours and details even in low light

 

Good details in distant objects

Good details in distant objects

 

The wonder of large aperture!

The wonder of large aperture!

 

Hand-held night shot at ISO 1600—large aperture yields well-exposed shots

Hand-held night shot at ISO 1600—large aperture yields well-exposed shots

 

 

Verdict and price in India

At an MRP of Rs 34,995, the PowerShot G15 may come across as being highly over-priced to you, but we don’t feel so. You get performance close to that of an entry-level DSLR in a pocketable form. In fact, the optics of the G15 is far better than the bundled 18-55 mm lens you get with entry-level DSLRs. Plus, you get macro shooting capability, which calls for a macro lens in the case of DSLRs. We say, if you’re considering a DSLR and won’t invest in additional lenses, the G15 is a more practical solution.

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Features
The features component of the score is rated based on the kind of features present on a particular product. Features are a big part of what people look for when they’re buying a new product such as a phone or a camera.

Performance
The performance score is derived from the benchmarks and tests run on the product. In case of the subjective scores, an average of the scores given by the group of reviewers is considered.

Build Quality
The build quality of a product is important so that it doesn’t fall apart after some use. The build quality scores from the way the product is designed and the kind of materials used in the product.

Value
Value for money comes from the fact that a cheap product is able to provide most of the performance of a higher priced product. Once again, value for money is judged by comparing pricing and performance of products in a particular price range or category. 

There are many other aspects of the product that are looked at such as the bundled software and accessories. All of these scores are aggregated together to form the final score.

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1 - 3

The product is bad in almost every aspect. We strongly advise against purchasing this product.

4 - 6

An average product that isn't the best you can buy, but isn't the worst either.

7 - 8

Product with this rating is highly recommended because it's priced sensibly, has a good set of features and performs well.

9 - 10

Exceptionally excellent product with features and performance unlike any we've seen in the past. A must-have for everyone!

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