| I own it | I want it | I had it |
| 79 | 33 | 4 |
Canon's PowerShot G-series is one of the most iconic lines of digital compact cameras, with the original G1 having debuted right back in September 2000. Typically, G-series models over the years have sported fast lenses, articulated LCDs, optical viewfinders, Raw data recording and lots of external control, and were aimed at enthusiasts.
The PowerShot G15 is a successor to the popular G12 and is built around a 12MP, 1/1.7" CMOS sensor. Its lens also gets an upgrade - retaining its 28-140mm range but now with a maximum aperture of F1.8-2.8. It loses the G12's articulated screen but gains a higher-resolution, 920k dot panel.
| Body type | Compact |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 |
| Effective pixels | 12 megapixels |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" (7.44 x 5.58 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| ISO | Auto, 80, 100, 125, 160, 200, 250, 320, 400, 500, 640, 800, 1000, 1250, 1600, 2000, 2500, 3200, 4000, 5000, 6400, 8000, 10000, 12800 |
| Focal length (equiv.) | 28–140 mm |
| Optical zoom | 5× |
| Lens mount | Unknown |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3.00″ |
| Screen dots | 922,000 |
| Min shutter speed | 15 sec |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 sec |
| Format |
|
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 352 g (0.78 lb / 12.42 oz) |
| Dimensions | 107 x 76 x 40 mm (4.21 x 2.99 x 1.57″) |
| GPS | None |
The Canon Powershot G15 is a well-refined product and a joy to use. It is very quick and responsive in operation, built like a tank and offers the most external controls in its class. In combination with the fast 28-140mm F1.8-2.8 lens that makes it a very versatile and pocketable photographic tool that offers almost the same degree of control as much larger DSLRs.
Good for: Photographers who want DSLR-like controls and build-quality in a pocketable package
Not so good for: Video shooters or users who cannot live without an articulated screen
|
Gold Award
|
76%
dpreview score
|
Canon PowerShot G15 12MP Digital Camera with 3-Inch LCD (Black) | Too low to display |
Canon PowerShot G16 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom and 1080p Full-HD Video | Too low to display |
Canon PowerShot G15 12MP Digital Camera with 3-Inch LCD (Black) | Too low to display |
Canon Powershot G15 12 MP High-Performance Digital Camera 32GB Bundle | $458.95 |
Cardinal Camera Canon PowerShot G15 Digital Camera 32GB Package 6 | $449.00 |
Canon PowerShot G15 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom Deluxe Bundle With With 8 GB Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card, Digpro Compact Camera Deluxe Carrying Case | Too low to display |
Canon PowerShot G15 Digital Camera (Black) with 32GB Card + Battery + Case + Flex Tripod + Accessory Kit | $459.95 |
Canon PowerShot G15 Digital Camera (Black) with 32GB Card + Flash + Case + Battery + HDMI Cable + Wide Angle & Telephoto Lenses + Hood + Filters Kit | $499.95 |
Canon PowerShot G1 X 14.3 MP CMOS Digital Camera | $599.00 |
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS 12MP Digital Camera with 2.8-Inch LCD (Black) | Too low to display |
Canon G12 10 MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.8 Inch Vari-Angle LCD | $749.00 |
Reviews and specs
|
Galleries
|
Challenges
|
 | 16.1 megapixels 3″ screen Four Thirds sensor |
   |
|
Connect with dpreview
|
