Canon Powershot G15 Among DPreview’s Recommended Top 5 Compact Cameras

The Canon PowerShot G15 is among DPreview’s top 5 recommended compact cameras. Among other things they say that:

In our testing, we found that the G15’s long but impressively bright lens is a real selling point compared to both its predecessor, and indeed most of its competitors. Having a maximum aperture of F1.8-2.8 combined with a useful 28-140mm (equivalent) zoom means that you’ve got a lot more flexibility in poor light, allowing you to set either a lower ISO sensitivity for cleaner images, or a faster shutter speed to avoid camera-shake or blurring due to subject movement.

They particularly liked:

Excellent ‘hands-on’ ergonomics in a small, relatively portable body, optical viewfinder can be handy on occasion, very nice image quality, good, responsive operation.

Btw, the G15 predecessor, the Powershot G12 is a B&H Black Friday deal, sold for just $299 (click here).

Canon Powershot G15 price check: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA

 

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Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Lens for Canon In Stock (USB connectivity)

Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Lens for Canon In Stock

B&H has the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Lens for Canon mount in stock and ready to ship for $899 (click here). This lens can connect to a computer via USB to adjust AF and upload firmware updates. Limited stock available.

Specs:

  • Aperture Range: f/1.4-16
  • Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM)
  • Floating Internal Focus System
  • Minimum Focusing Distance: 11.8″
  • Anti-Flare Super Multi-Layer Coating
  • USB Dock: Adjust AF & Update Firmware
  • Special & “F” Low Dispersion Elements
  • Front Filter Thread Diameter: 67mm
  • SIGMA Optimization Pro Software
  • 9x Circular Aperture Blades

 

Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS II USM Lens In Stock

Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS II USM Lens In Stock

B&H has the Canon’s EF 600mm f/4L IS II USM Telephoto lens in stock and ready to ship for $12,999 (click here). Limited quantity.

Product description:

Canon’s EF 600mm f/4L IS II USM Telephoto Lens has all the upgrades needed to make it the go-to super long telephoto lens for professional photographers and anyone who has the highest standards for the gear they use.

First and foremost, image sharpness is enhanced with fluorite optics that deliver reduced chromatic aberration. The lighter weight (3 lbs lighter due to magnesium and titanium construction elements) is always welcome in very large telephoto lenses. Using 3 IS (Image Stabilization) modes allows you to shoot at shutter speeds 4 stops slower, and the advanced third IS mode activates only when the shutter button is fully pressed, so you can pan with fast-moving subjects without the IS function interfering with composition and framing.

Dust and water sealing keeps the lens functioning even in less than ideal conditions, and a Power Focus mode allows smooth focus change while shooting video.

Fluorite optics for sharper images and less chromatic aberration.

Lighter weight due to magnesium and titanium construction elements.

Three IS (Image Stabilization) modes offer a 4-stop shutter speed advantage.

Advanced image stabilization Mode 3 activates only when shutter button is fully pressed, allowing for panning to follow fast-moving subjects.

Inner focusing system with focusing cam

Power Focus mode allows smooth focus change when shooting video.

Dust and water sealing for shooting in the most challenging environments.

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