Canon is set to add two new high-end compact cameras to its range, the PowerShot G16 and PowerShot S120. Both models feature feature a 12-megapixel CMOS sensor, Canon's new DiG!C 6 image processor, five-axis image stabilisation, Full HD (1920 x 1080p) video and built-in Wi-Fi.
Canon claims the 1/1.7-type high-sensitivity CMOS sensor shared by both models delivers images with a wider dynamic range, less noise and higher levels of detail compared to the sensor it replaces. Both cameras can sustain continuous shooting speeds of up to 9fps and general AF speeds have improved noticeably compared to their predecessors – the PowerShot G16 is said to be 41% quicker than the G15, while the PowerShot S120’s AF speed is said to be 50% quicker than the PowerShot S110.
The PowerShot G16 features a 28-140mm (equivalent) lens with a brighter than average f/1.8-2.8 maximum aperture. The camera also offers a range of manual controls similar to a DSLR camera. Designed for quick one-handed operation, the camera features a two-level control dial, dedicated movie button, customisable lens-ring dial, rear dial and shortcut button. It's also the first PowerShot G-series model with Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing images to be shared wirelessly to social networks when connected to the internet, or via portable devices such as smartphones and tablets.
Meanwhile, the PowerShot S120 is the first S-series camera to offer an f/1.8 lens. Key specs include a 24-120mm (equivalent) optical zoom, a 3-inch (75mm) touchscreen and a lens control ring.
The PowerShot G16 and PowerShot S120 are expected to ship in October. Pricing was unavailable at time of writing though US RRP prices have been quoted online at US$550 and US$450 respectively.
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Canon PowerShot G16: Specs
• Bright f/1.8-2.8, 28mm, 5x zoom lens
• 12.1 MP CMOS, DiG!C 6
• Intelligent IS with 5-axis movie stabilisation
• Up to 9.3fps
• 7.5 cm (3.0”) LCD; OVF
• Front Dial, Full Manual, RAW
• Full HD (60fps)
• Wi-Fi; GPS via Mobile
• Star Mode
Canon PowerShot S120: Specs
• 24mm, f/1.8 (w), 5x zoom lens
• 12.1 MP CMOS, DiG!C 6
• Intelligent IS with 5-axis movie stabilisation
• Up to 9.4fps[1]
• 7.5 cm (3.0") touch screen
• Lens Control Ring, Full Manual & RAW
• Full HD (60fps)
• Wi-Fi; GPS via Mobile
• Star Mode
Canon PowerShot G16.
Canon PowerShot G16.
Canon PowerShot S120.
Canon PowerShot S120.