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Pixel Brat said:
Aside from the points about the hotshoe, ND filter, build quality,
etc. of the G9, one of the things I could not get past on the A
series cameras was the lag between flash shots. I've owned an A710
and an A620, both were very nice cameras, but having to wait 8-10
seconds between flash shots was a deal killer for me. Indeed, I
enjoyed the convenience of AA's but they just weren't sufficient for
multiple flash shots in a row for me.
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I have both the A620 and the G9. The A620 is as fast or faster than the G9 on recycles between shots, even using flash. The listed specs on Canon's website indicates the A620 is faster; A620 1.9 fps continuous shooting, 10 sec or less recycle on flash, while the G9 is 1.5 fps continuous, and 12 sec or less with flash. My real world test just now using alkaline AA batteries (4 of them) on the A620 was about 3 seconds to recycle from a flash in my semi-dark living room. The G9 took about 4 to 5 seconds. Both cameras were in Auto (G9 set to 80 ISO). Realistically, the G9 is saving a 12MP image (JPG), while the A620 is saving only 7MP.

Dennis
 
Also have owned both cameras, ie the 620 and the G7.

The 620 took stunningly sharp photos.

The G7 was great too, loved the camera and its options. But the shutter lag was much more noticeable in the G7, than the 620.

Ended up selling both, as neither really suited my requirements, and am waiting for the G10 with baited breath.
Don't like the idea of 14.5 megapixels, though.

Basia
 
Marinjo said:
Corkcampbell said:
people who already have some Canon flashes (perhaps with their dSLR
system) access to wireless flash.
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Yes, this one is a convincing argument.
I have some comment for those who are blaming the new A series A1000
and A2000. In fact I think Canon is doing things right here. The A
series must not compete with G series by giving the same features
like full manual control and more... In fact that is what provoced me
to start this thread- in the near past Canon had many cameras in
different classes with the same capabilities. I guess that from now
there will be a distinctive difference in specs, build guality and
features between the entry level A Class and G class. And may be
there will be a new bridge class for the cameras like A650? Who knows.
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Marinjo; Latvia, Riga
A 710IS
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Oh great. So instead of putting an excellent sensor in the G (the thing it needs most), they make the A-series weaker, thereby making the G look better by default.

Maybe it's just me, but I'll take the warm plastic "grip" on my A710 over that cold metal brick any day. I'm not too concerned about how robust it is. It's been trouble-free for 18 months (without dust issues). Even if it totally conks out in the near future, I'll feel I got my money's worth. I've never envied anyone with a G9. But if they had 7MP on that same sensor I would.

Having said that, I'm looking forward to the next G or high-end A-series. If Canon matches a couple of key features of its competitors, I'm sold.
 
I was just on a roadtrip to San Francisco and while walking around shooting with the trusty G9 I must say I did not envy the guys I saw lugging their 40D/5Ds with the 3 pound 24-70 zooms. There were only a few times I would have liked to have had the DSLR. Most of the time the G9 did just fine.

If the GX has more dynamic range and a bit quicker response then I might bite... but if it's just a wider angle with more MPs then I will pass. The G9's IQ is superb as it is.
 
Mk7 said:
Oh great. So instead of putting an excellent sensor in the G (the
thing it needs most), they make the A-series weaker, thereby making
the G look better by default.
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Don't misunderstand me! I don't want Canon to make the A series weaker! I myself am and hope will be loyal to Canon A series. I like my A710IS very much. But comparing it to the G series I see no serious difference. The G series should be more advanced. Simply from the new Canon anouncements I guess that there could be a more perceivable gap between these two classes.
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Marinjo; Latvia, Riga
A 710IS
 
Marinjo said:
Mk7 said:
Oh great. So instead of putting an excellent sensor in the G (the
thing it needs most), they make the A-series weaker, thereby making
the G look better by default.
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Don't misunderstand me! I don't want Canon to make the A series
weaker! I myself am and hope will be loyal to Canon A series. I like
my A710IS very much. But comparing it to the G series I see no
serious difference. The G series should be more advanced. Simply from
the new Canon anouncements I guess that there could be a more
perceivable gap between these two classes.
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Marinjo; Latvia, Riga
A 710IS
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I agree, it sounds as if the G will be more clearly differentiated. If Canon doesn't replace the A650, I hope they at least keep the articulated LCD on something other than a superzoom.
 
leicaman said:
I must say I did not envy the guys I saw lugging their 40D/5Ds with the 3 pound 24-70 zooms.
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Same feeling here. I left my DSLRs at home most of the time and opt for my trusty F31.

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Nikon: D50, 50mm f1.8, 85mm f1.8, 180mm f2.8, 18-55, 16-85mm VR, 70-300mm VR, SB-800
Canon: Rebel XT, 50mm f1.4, 18-55mm IS, 420EX
Fuji: F31fd
 
I bought the G9 with this same wishful thinking in mind (I don't have to drag around my bulky 10D anymore). In reality, the image distortion is unacceptably greater and the shutter/focus lag is much more as well. Everytime I go back to the 10D, I'm pleasantly reminded of why an SLR cannot be replaced by a P&S.
DB
 
this might be some reason:
  • if you re-rate your picture taken at 14MP with 7mP you get less noise with the larger sensor. Right?!
It would be interesting if someone can give some evidence of that!

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Victor
 
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