Canon Powershot G3

LokTo · Sep 10, 2002

I'd opt for a sharper (and less expensive to produce) 28-105...
140mm seems to be too extreme on that size of lens element.

Tom F> said:
Very very very big let-down.

Tom F>
Pro90 & G2

Catscratch said:

Hey,

I currently own a Canon G1 and I was searching for some good deals
on a G2 in germany. By coincidence found some info (and pic) of
the G3.

http://www.foto-lambertin.de/digital_camera_canong3.htm

Store's site: http://www.foto-lambertin.de

Release october 2002

Frank

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Jay Spry · Sep 10, 2002

I most likely don't know what I'm talking about, but the photo looks like a doctored photo. Canon may have made this model; back to a block design, smaller flash, etc., the to me the photo almost looks like things have been added and changed.

jays

Catscratch said:
Hey,

I currently own a Canon G1 and I was searching for some good deals
on a G2 in germany. By coincidence found some info (and pic) of
the G3.

http://www.foto-lambertin.de/digital_camera_canong3.htm

Store's site: http://www.foto-lambertin.de

Release october 2002

Frank

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M.P. Kooij · Sep 10, 2002

It wasn't a complaint, i just saw some two names with a pet in them and a good Canon info. I'd like to thank you for you info. If people complain that it may not be a real announcement, let them. Who cares, it is a nice way passing time, we al now nothing is official until Canon anounces a new camera, when that happens we wil see it on the main page.

Catscratch said:
Frank

M.P. Kooij said:

Dietmar Fichter said:

Catscratch said:

I would like to publicly admit that your original post on the G3 specification was valid.

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Regards
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LKA · Sep 10, 2002

Could anybody tell me what's the specs of new Canon v3? any info about it? coz i'm considering to buy ixus330.....if the v3 is far better than the 330......i'll wait for it. hope canon would bring out a better camera.

J4yDubs · Sep 10, 2002

Just a couple of observations.

Flash is tiny. Smaller than the G1/G2.
Grip is nice. Much better than the G2.

Is that the shutter release button on the grip? Then what is the button on the top?

What are the three dials/buttons on the top? Exposure mode, zoom, record/play/off, shutter release?
Button at the lower right of the lens is probably the bayonet release.

On the right side there are three raised spots. Looks like they got rid of the rubber door? Or are they buttons (for manual focus?).
View finder isn't lined up with the lens.
No focus assist light.

John

Catscratch said:
Hey,

I currently own a Canon G1 and I was searching for some good deals
on a G2 in germany. By coincidence found some info (and pic) of
the G3.

http://www.foto-lambertin.de/digital_camera_canong3.htm

Store's site: http://www.foto-lambertin.de

Release october 2002

Frank

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BryanS · Sep 10, 2002

J4yDubs said:
Just a couple of observations.

Other reports are leaking that the new camera is "beautiful" with a full metal (silver) body. That sounds really nice!

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Mickey64564 · Sep 10, 2002

I'd say the remote is still there. Looks like the IR receiver is right above the lens (round black thing). I highly doubt they'd get rid of the great flip&twist LCD. That's one of the body's greatest features.

Michael

p@rsec said:
http://www.foto-lambertin.de/images/digital_camera/canong3.gif
Is the flip-out LCD still there? Can't say from that picture.
And the remote? Hopefully it still has both, but who knows?
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Jojosung · Sep 10, 2002

J4yDubs said:
Just a couple of observations.

Flash is tiny. Smaller than the G1/G2.
Grip is nice. Much better than the G2.
Is that the shutter release button on the grip? Then what is the
button on the top?

That looks like the quick dial adjuster that you see on the Elan and I believe the Rebel has it too.. it use for adjusting things such as aperture in Av mode, and Shutter Speed in Tv mode, etc. It would be nice, b/c it means quicker adjustment... hate to say this.. it can be compare to the Sony Jog Dial

... be really nice if that is the case

J4yDubs said:
View finder isn't lined up with the lens.
No focus assist light.

maybe (purely speculation, the circular thing next to the viewfinder might be the infrared AF light.. which would explain the dark mirror, and double as a receiver for an infrared remote control... hey one can dream.....

Bill Marks · Sep 10, 2002

Hi Mango,

JAJ's comment was: "The camera (if the specs are true) seems to have features that would give it far superior image quality over any 5 mp camera out today, including the Nikon 5700."

My argument was there is nothing that would indicate that the G3 will rival or eclipse the features, quality and capabilities of the Nikon CP5700 or the Sony F707.

With respect to image quality: The G3 has a different lens system than the G2, so image quality comparisons can not be done until a final production unit becomes available...

Rgds,

sjh

mango said:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/orig.asp?/reviews/samples/rescharts/nikon_cp5700.JPG

Open these links in 2 different windows and compare. The G2
already resolves as much detail as the Nikon 5700. The nikon has
some features that make it highly desirable camera. However, the
G2 does as good a job as the Nikon at recording sharp, highly
detailed images. If the G3 image is only as good as the G2, then
JAJ's comment would be correct.

sjh said:

mango said:

that would give it far superior image quality over any 5 mp camera
out today, including the Nikon 5700.

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What exactly would those features be ??? I don't see anthing to
allude that the image quality will be better (or as good as..)
than the current 5MP market leaders, the Coolpix 5700 and the Sony
F707..

Rgds,

sjh

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r3 · Sep 10, 2002

What I found interesting is that all negative opinions came from those who already owns G1/G2 or some "bigger stuff".

I am just planning to buy something - and that thing looks better IMHO than G2. G2 in Europe is about 870€ and adding a hundred might be a good deal in this case.

And by the way the button on the grip looks like
a dial ring
r3

Catscratch said:
Hey,

I currently own a Canon G1 and I was searching for some good deals
on a G2 in germany. By coincidence found some info (and pic) of
the G3.

http://www.foto-lambertin.de/digital_camera_canong3.htm

Store's site: http://www.foto-lambertin.de

Release october 2002

Frank

Gus Stangeland · Sep 10, 2002

First I want to publicly apologize to Snowdog for doubting his information on the other thread and thank Catscratch for starting this one. I'd like to remove my critical hat and put on a 'thanks, I'm excited' hat.

From what I have learned on this thread so far, I'm excited about the G3. If you can forget about my previous negative comments, here is what I think now:
1) I like the extended zoom range that 4X gives, 35mm to 140mm.

2) The bayonet lens attachment is a big plus - allowing one to quickly change lenses. I found it to be quite a hastle to switch my Tiffen 2X on and off of my G2 - and I am concerned about damaging the thread on the camera by cross-threading. To me, this signifies that Canon is serious about the add-on lens business.

3) We don't know yet, but if the new Canon 1.5x will allow continuous zoom over the 4x range of the camera, that would be a BIG plus. With the TIffen 2x, it is only useful at full zoom - so you have the normal 34 to 102, then with the 2X you have 204mm, but there is no way to have anything in the range between 102mm and 204mm.

4) There could be a significant improvement in focusing. I can't speak in technical terms, but, for example, if one could compose a shot, then move a focus spot to the exact place that focus is desired, then shoot, that would be a nice feature.

5) The appearance is fine although I wonder why the internal flash is so much smaller.

6) Overall, I like it and if I could hold it and check it out, I'd probably be willing to pay a couple hundred dollars to upgrade my G2 to this G3. (Anyone want a nice G2?

Catscratch said:
Hey,

I currently own a Canon G1 and I was searching for some good deals
on a G2 in germany. By coincidence found some info (and pic) of
the G3.

http://www.foto-lambertin.de/digital_camera_canong3.htm

Store's site: http://www.foto-lambertin.de

Release october 2002

Frank

Travis · Sep 10, 2002

Well here we go again, Bryan!

I've been hanging out in the Printers forum again since I bought a new Epson 2200. But I've lurked in the SLR forum where you seem pretty happy with your D30. I still have the G2 and enjoy using it. But I really want to save my money and get a DSLR some time in the near future... then I plan on kicking into high gear with some paid work. Right now, I've done a few senior pictures, family photos, etc but pretty sporadic since I already have a full-time job, a 2 yr old and another one on the way.

Anyway, I too will reserve judgement on the G3 but I'm not nearly as excited about it as I was about the G1/G2. We'll have to see if anything else is improved because the G2 had some nice little improvements that added up to a lot (especially the metering and color). I really highly doubt that I will upgrade to the G3 though.

I've been keeping track of the Sony 717 too... what do you think about it? The faster AF is definitely appealing, but I'm sure it doesn't come close to your D30 in that area. The hot-shoe is also a good thing although I know that I couldn't use my 420ex with it in TTL.

I don't know what I'm going to do... probably just hang onto the G2 this year. When I do decide to jump, I'm not sure if it'll be to a DSLR or one of these new prosumer models. I heard you got a good deal on your D30, eh? I'd like to have the D60 (duh) and if it came with a versatile lens like the DImage then I'd be set. But I'm not sure I can afford to plunge into that arena yet and spend a crapload of money on lenses, etc.

I guess I'm still looing for an upgrade to the Pro90is. The long zoom is something I've longed for and I was really hoping to see an upgrade last year before I bought the G2. Even a Pro90 upgrade with 4MP and the G2's feature set would be appealing to me.

Well anyway, it was nice to know we followed each other until you ditched me by buying the D30! hahahaa. Take care and enjoy your camera(s)...

Travis

Justme · Sep 10, 2002

BryanS said:
Catscratch said:

http://www.foto-lambertin.de/digital_camera_canong3.htm

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Actually, the features revealed and the new look are pretty cool
with me. If the G3 has improved focus, I may buy one again to go
with my D30.

If the focus is improved, that would be very good. Anyone know how the G3's focus system will differ from the G1/2 series based on the description of the focus system?

BryanS said:
The bayonet sounds great, almost like interchangable lenses.

For those of us who have had to contend with unscrewing lenses in the field, this is very welcome news indeed. With the new system, changing lenses will just be a snap

Unlike Nikon, Canon isn't as concerned with backwards compatibility. Sometimes this can be a good thing.

BryanS said:
Free focus? Could this be a focus point that is joystick controled
to place anywhere in a frame? Sounds like it.

What's that button on the top of the grip for, I wonder?

Shutter button? That picture is so small I can't make out too much detail (I could enlarge it in PS).

BryanS said:
Slave support? I'm betting that may be the ability to fire a 550EX
or a 420EX in slave mode off camera... if so, that's WAY COOL.

Sounds like other flash improvements like second curtain sync, but
the translation appears rough.

All in all, some interesting features, and I'll bet we hear more.
This camera is more than a pretty (or ugly) face, guys. And I
still say that Canon staying with the 4MP sensor is a GOOD thing.

As far as the look is concerned, I can live with it. OK. It looks decent. As long as it's built sturdily and is functional. It's not as "sexy" looking as the G2 but I seldom ever think how great looking my G2 is when I'm using it. I'm pre-occupied with the lighting, framing, settings and subject matter at hand. You quickly get over the looks of the thing (at least I did). The size and feel of the camera and picture quality is more important to me (as far as cameras in the G2 range is concerned).

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Justme · Sep 10, 2002

L. Kraven said:
I like the way it looks. Reminds me of a Leica rangefinder. Nice,
classic lines.

I like the look of the Leica.

L. Kraven said:
About the only thing that disappoints me is the fact that I can see
a viewfinder window, and I was really hoping to see an EVF with the
new Canon.

One thing I really wish the G2 had was an EVF or at least a view-finder that gave me a 99.99% view. The LCD is useful but lighting has to be ideal. It's like day and night looking at the same scene through the G2 view-finder except for the reduced coverage which keeps me from using it. Yesterday I was shooting under sunlight as well as dusk conditions and the G2 view-finder was so much brighter and clear.

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Frank C. · Sep 10, 2002

Gus Stangeland said:
First I want to publicly apologize to Snowdog for doubting his

hey Gus, does anyone really know who you are?
...just a thought dude... we are the cyberspace generation
remember

lck0925 · Sep 10, 2002

EVF? If they did that then I'm pretty sure the G series will be out of reach for a lot of ppl.

Just a thought.

T

Justme said:
L. Kraven said:

I like the way it looks. Reminds me of a Leica rangefinder. Nice,
classic lines.

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I like the look of the Leica.

Justme said:

About the only thing that disappoints me is the fact that I can see
a viewfinder window, and I was really hoping to see an EVF with the
new Canon.

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One thing I really wish the G2 had was an EVF or at least a
view-finder that gave me a 99.99% view. The LCD is useful but
lighting has to be ideal. It's like day and night looking at the
same scene through the G2 view-finder except for the reduced
coverage which keeps me from using it. Yesterday I was shooting
under sunlight as well as dusk conditions and the G2 view-finder
was so much brighter and clear.

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Justme · Sep 10, 2002

I don't know how much it would cost to add that functionality. I think the Nikon 5700 has one. Not sure about the 5000 or other cameras in the G2's price range. If no EVF, at least a view-finder that covers more of the scene (as on the LCD). Would love to frame through the vf if it was more accurate.

lck0925 said:
Just a thought.

T

Justme said:

L. Kraven said:

I like the way it looks. Reminds me of a Leica rangefinder. Nice,
classic lines.

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I like the look of the Leica.

lck0925 said:

About the only thing that disappoints me is the fact that I can see
a viewfinder window, and I was really hoping to see an EVF with the
new Canon.

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One thing I really wish the G2 had was an EVF or at least a
view-finder that gave me a 99.99% view. The LCD is useful but
lighting has to be ideal. It's like day and night looking at the
same scene through the G2 view-finder except for the reduced
coverage which keeps me from using it. Yesterday I was shooting
under sunlight as well as dusk conditions and the G2 view-finder
was so much brighter and clear.

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colonel m · Sep 10, 2002

An optical viewfinder is far superior to an EVF. First, optical is as "real time" as it gets. With EVFs there is always a delay between what you see and what you get. Second, EVFs, even the new generation, are worthless in low light. Try framing a shot when both your LCD and EVF are black. Finally, the ability to focus with an EVF is very limited compared to a camera with an optical viewfinder.

If EVFs were the answer, the D60 or D120 would surely have them.

EVF is simply a compromise technology that allows consumer level cameras to have a long range zoom lens. I would rather have an optical viewfinder and use a teleconverter attachment for the extra zoom.

Colonel M.

rfb · Sep 11, 2002

Canon could have knocked it out of the ballpark with the G3 by getting more innovative by having:

5MP, 28mm lens, black body, 4x zoom, and improve the zoom/AF functioning!

I had hoped for more than just a 4x zoom improvement. Maybe Canon will surprise us all with an updated Pro90 (100?) with 5 or 6 MP's? The Pro90 with its 10x zoom and swivel LCD is great, but it is outdated with only 2.6 MP. Canon, where are you??

Does anyone have any information??
rfb

Catscratch said:
Hey,

I currently own a Canon G1 and I was searching for some good deals
on a G2 in germany. By coincidence found some info (and pic) of
the G3.

http://www.foto-lambertin.de/digital_camera_canong3.htm

Store's site: http://www.foto-lambertin.de

Release october 2002

Frank

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Gus Stangeland said:
Catscratch said:

Hey,

I currently own a Canon G1 and I was searching for some good deals
on a G2 in germany. By coincidence found some info (and pic) of
the G3.

http://www.foto-lambertin.de/digital_camera_canong3.htm

Store's site: http://www.foto-lambertin.de

Release october 2002

Frank

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