Canon PowerShot G12 – the latest model in the multi award-winning PowerShot G-series trusted by professional photographers the world over. The new model offers photographers best-in-class flexibility and all-round powerful performance, with professional levels of control and support for a wide range of accessories.

While retaining the classic handling and control of its predecessor, the PowerShot G12 has been designed to offer superior performance to suit the needs of professionals and enthusiasts alike. Canon’s HS System, 720p HD movie recording and Hybrid IS are new additions, delivering premium image quality in stills and movies, and a new Front Dial provides improved handling and swift manual control. The PowerShot G12 is also compatible with a new optional Lens Filter Adapter, which extends with the lens when using the zoom to offer full coverage throughout the zoom range.

Features

10MP CCD Image Sensor + DIGIC 4 Image Processor

The PowerShot G12 employs the HS SYSTEM by combining a powerful 10MP CCD sensor and Canon's DIGIC 4 Image Processor. Thanks to this technological advancement, the G12 is reported to be more sensitive than cameras with identical megapixel counts - delivering spectacular images with minimal noise. Increased sensitivity demands a higher ISO speed, and the G12 delivers with a new maximum ISO setting of 3200. Blur and camera shake are notably reduced for sharpness and clarity

In addition, a low light mode, new to the G series, lets you capture images in an astonishing range of conditions. The camera automatically adjusts the ISO speed from 3200 up to an enhanced 12800 when reacting to ambient brightness, subject movement, and camera shake

720p HD Video with Stereo Sound

The PowerShot G12 lets you record video in beautiful high definition (1280 x 720/24p). The camera also makes it easy to display HD videos, and still photos, on your HDTV with a mini HDMI connector. Using the mini HDMI you'll have a direct, one-cable connection to your HDTV for an enjoyable HD experience with no degradation of image; not to mention the ability to display up to 130 still images at once. The PowerShot G12 also includes 5x optical zoom when shooting video. Additionally, the camera's Smart AUTO technology helps ensure high quality video files

RAW + JPEG Still Images

The PowerShot G12's RAW mode lets you shoot images without JPEG compression. RAW gives you clearer images and complete creative control in editing. RAW images are transferred directly to your computer where they can be edited using image adjustment software or a processing application. The camera can also be set to allow simultaneous recording of both RAW and JPEG images while shooting

2.8" Vari-Angle LCD

The PowerShot G12 gives you a large 2.8" PureColor System LCD screen for excellent control when framing your shots. But size is only part of the story. Canon's PureColor System LCD offers spectacular color, resolution, and contrast even at an angle. The screen is durable and easy to see. It is a great for gathering friends and family around to see your images

Hybrid IS

The PowerShot G12 is equipped with Canon's advanced Hybrid IS function, which corrects camera shake from two sources to deliver sharp, blur-free images - even when you zoom in close to your subject. Hybrid IS employs both an angular sensor and an accelerometer, enabling it to suppress both the blur caused by the angle of the camera and the 'shift blur' that happens when your subject moves parallel to the camera - a problem that is especially noticeable at large zoom factors

28mm Wide Angle Zoom Lens

The G12 is a highly versatile camera with a wide angle zoom lens that reaches all the way from 28mm at the wide end to 140mm at the telephoto end (35mm format equivalent). You'll capture more image in every shot, and add greater depth to your photography overall

5x Optical Zoom

The G12 is equipped with a long, 5x optical zoom - and Canon's own optical image stabilizer technology which keeps images steady and blur-free all through the zoom range - even in low light - by detecting motion and generating a corrective signal. Because it's an optical system, more corrective movement is allowed with no degradation of image quality

Storage Options

The G12 records to external flash memory - making it easy to store and transfer your stills videos. The camera is compatible with the following storage options: SD, SDHC, SDXC, MMC, MMC+, HCMMC+

Host of Optional Compatible Accessories

The PowerShot G12 is compatible with the Speedlite flash series intended for all EOS series SLR cameras. Attach a Speedlite flash to the hot shoe, and you can set and control the flash on the "Flash Control" menu in the camera. With a Speedlight, the G12 is given extra functions such as autoflash metering, FE lock and Flash exposure compensation - continuous shooting with external flash. Also Canon's Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2 enables you to have multiple slave flashes and wireless control. A Tele-Converter lens designed for the G12, Filter Adapter FCA-DC58DB and WP-DC34 Waterproof Case is also available

Smart AUTO

Just set the G12 to Smart AUTO and you're ready for maximum enjoyment from your picture taking every time. It's a relaxing and satisfying way to shoot because you can completely concentrate on your subject knowing that the camera has the technical details covered. Advanced Canon technology intelligently analyzes your situation and shooting conditions. Then it automatically selects an appropriate setting from specially defined settings. So whether you're photographing flowers, a captivating sunset, or your friends at the park, you can be confident that you're getting dramatic, memorable images

Additional Connectivity

The G12 provides you with direct connection to Canon SELPHY Compact Photo Printers, PIXMA Inkjet Photo Printers, and PictBridge-compatible printers using the camera's USB 2.0 connection and included cable

26 Languages to Choose From

The display of the G12 can be read in any of the following 26 languages: English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Simplified/Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, Greek, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Thai, Arabic, Romanian, Ukrainian, and Farsi

Specifications

Imaging

Resolution

Effective: 10 Megapixel, Actual Pixels: 10.4 Megapixel

Sensor

1/1.7" CCD

File Formats

Still Images: JPEG, RAW
Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MOV
Audio: Linear PCM

Other Resolutions

3648 x 2048 @ 16:9
3648 x 2432 @ 3:2
3648 x 2736 @ 4:3
2736 x 2736 @ 1:1
2192 x 2736 @ 4:5

Aspect Ratio

1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 4:5, 16:9

Image Stabilization

Optical

Color Spaces

sRGB

Optics

Lens

EFL: 28-140mm
Aperture: f/2.8 (W) - 4.5 (T)

Zoom

Digital: 4x
Optical: 5x

Focus Range

Macro: 0.4" (1.02cm) - 1.6" (4.06cm)
Auto: 1.6" (4.06cm) - Infinity

Shooting Controls

ISO Sensitivity

Auto, 80-3200

Shutter

15 - 1/4000 Sec

Metering

Center-weighted, Evaluative, Spot

Exposure

Modes: AE Lock, Auto ISO Shift

White Balance

Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Flash, Underwater

Flash

Built-in Flash

Yes: Auto, FE Lock, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction

Effective Flash Range

16 - 23' (487.68 - 701.04cm)

External Flash Connection

Hot Shoe

Memory

Memory Card Type

SD
SDHC
SDXC
MMC
MMCplus
HC MMCplus

Recording

Video Recording

Yes, NTSC/PAL

Video Resolution

HD: 1280 x 720 @ 24fps
VGA: 640 x 480 @ 30fps
QVGA: 320 x 240 @ 30fps

Video Clip Length

Up to 4GB or 2 Hours

Audio Recording

With Video, Stereo

Viewfinder/Display

Viewfinder Type

Optical

Screen

2.8" LCD

Connectivity/System Requirements

Connectivity

USB 2.0
Audio Out
AV Output
HDMI ¹

close

Audio out= stereo audio out

Environmental

Operating/Storage Temperature

Operating
32-104° F (0-40° C)

Power

Battery

Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

Power Adapter

ACK-DC50 (Optional)

Physical

Dimensions (WxHxD)

4.41 x 3 x 1.9" / 112.01 x 76.20 x 48.26mm

Weight

12.4 oz / 352g

Includes

• Canon PowerShot G12 Digital Camera
• NB-7L Lithium-Ion Battery (7.4V, 1050mAh)
• CB-2LZ Battery Charger for Canon NB-7L Lithium-Ion Battery
• AVC-DC400ST Stereo AV Cable
• IFC-400PCU USB Interface Cable
• Neck Strap
• Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM