Canon PowerShot G9 12.1MP Digital Camera with 6x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom

I upgraded from a Canon PowerShot G2 to the G9 and am not disappointed. There are many selections to take the pictures in all kinds of lighting. Today I visited Fantastic Caverns in Springfield, MO, and, using the Night Snapshot, I was able to capture some amazing photos (in both low light and total darkness). The photos are crisp and clear. After using this camera for 3 weeks, I still have so much more to learn and am excited to do so!

This is an AMAZING!!! camera. More money need not be spent. Next step up is much more $$$$.
Only one small problem, IF you are using the wide angle attachment, it casts a shadow while using the built-in flash.
Easily solved.
Best Bang for Buck!!!
Love the underwater mode when diving using the Canon Housing!

I bought this camera while traveling on assignment overseas for several internationally known guidebook publishers. In short, I'm very disappointed with the model. I've always used cameras from the Cannon G series but this is a big step backwards. Because there is no cover for the view screen, it scratches quickly. The automatic lens shutters sticks and does not close correctly. Thus the lens itself becomes quickly scratched and flaws show up in photos. In an unrelated manner, block blotched also begin to appear in photos after only a couple of months of use. Stay away from the G9. Buy and earlier model or another brand altogether.

This camera is great. I own a 5D, and i was a little hesitant to buy the G9. I wanted a small camera I could take with me on vacation, instead of my big, heavy, expensive bag of gear. The pics look great(200 ISO and under). The video looks real good for a compact camera. All pics, and videos look good, with a good amount of light. When you are in low light situations is gets a little noisy. The price is amazing for what your getting, even for Canon. They usually are a little over priced. If you are debating weather or not to get it, GET IT!

good camera. delivered on time.
steep learning curve which I have not yet conquered after about three weeks.