Canon Powershot D10

Archive for November, 2009

The buttons for all functions were placed ideally and very easy to operate. Even while the camera submerged, the performance is just as efficient.

Plus, the camera delivers toughness that is unlike the other waterproof and freezeproof cameras available. It has definitely been built for adventure. It can deliver all your active needs efficiently. Try dragging it through sand, put it under the salty waters of the beaches, or bang it against a solid surface, you’ll see that it won’t make a difference. If you happen to be one of the clumsiest persons around, the camera comes out unscathed with only a few minor scratches. It withstood even the toughest form of abuse.

When you are concerned about its battery life, you can squeeze out about 45 minutes of VGA video and several hundred snapshots. The battery warning indicator won’t pop out until a long time after. You’ll definitely be impressed by just how long the rechargeable cell battery holds out. This can be the last on your list of concerns because when you compare it with the battery life of other cameras, this can definitely outlast most, if not all of them. It gives you the finest image quality and allows you to perform a number of functions to it quite easily.

When compared some of the weak waterproof cameras available out in the market, Canon successfully integrated a kind of toughness and stability into its D10. This is definitely a camera built for adventure. It is designed to be waterproof, freezeproof, and shockproof! Test it out and you’ll see that it’s everything it claims to be.

As an overall camera, the D10 is definitely more than enough! It is also very convenient to tote around with its slim size. You can definitely make room for it in your bag or pocket as you trot around the globe looking for beautiful and breathtaking sights. When you consider its weight, it’s reasonable light and easy to carry. Canon was also able to brilliantly build in four accessory posts around the edges. The D10 comes with a small accessory kit, a trio of colorful face plates and a number of cables that can be affixed to any corner found on the camera. The thick, braided cable with twin carabiners on the end is what ensures that camera stays attached to the person while they move around. If you see yourself in the middle of a precarious situation (such as a rocking ship), then purchase the cable to ensure that you don’t lose this precious D10.

In most respects, the camera does seem much like a normal camera. The difference lies in the rubberized buttons and the nice internal seals on all of the port openings. In fact, it doesn’t sacrifice style over functionality. You get the best of both worlds.

This may be the first intelligent camera available out in the market. It has marvelous key functions such as focus, exposure, ISO sensitivity, flash, dynamic range adjustments, and Intelligent Contrast Correction. Added to the already wonderful features are the Motion Detection, Face Detection, and advanced Noise Reduction. It comes with the beautiful color rendition that is delivered by the DIGIC 4 processor. Even when selecting the Auto mode, you are assured of the best in image quality despite what the surroundings may offer.

When you use the Scene Detection Technology, the Smart Auto can distinguish parameters so that you are allowed optimum processing for every a shot. With the Smart Auto Mode, you can do the following:

•    Detect people
•    Evaluate distances of every shot
•    Evaluate subject and camera movement information
•    Analyze the brightness of the scene
•    Analyze the color of your shots

Years back, your picture options were limited. You couldn’t expose your camera to water and extreme temperatures. If you wanted to take it with you to the beach, you had to buy a waterproof casing. Finally there’s a camera that does not come with hassles. Introducing the Canon PowerShot D10! And unlike other waterproof cameras from other brands, this one is definitely thinner and more compact.

It has an amazing 12.1 megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom, and ten meter waterproof rating. It’s built for toughness while delivering amazing photos. Never has a camera been able to boast so much. It’s greatness in one small package and you can’t ask for more.

When you purchase this latest line of Canon, you are given the choice to combine it with the following accessories:

•    Soft Case (SC-DC70)
•    High Power Flash (HF-DC1)
•    Front Cover Set (FC-DC1)
•    AC Adapter Kit (ACK-DC40)
•    Shoulder & Neck Strap Set (STP-DC1
•    Carabiner Strap (STP-DC2)
As with great accessories come equally great features:
•    The Smart AUTO mode that incorporates advanced Scene Detection Technology
•    Easier features for better quality images with a press of the shutter button
•    DIGIC 4 so that the Smart Auto is more accurate

The spring 2009 in Netherlands saw the launch of a new step-change in image quality for Canon cameras. The Auto mode has been a feature for most cameras. This makes it easier for amateurs to make great shots. You don’t need to make adjustments just to create the most ideal pictures. Since the dawn of digital photography, there have been many technological advances in the area of photography. The cameras are now equipped with additional shooting modes, yet there is also the Auto mode for those who just want to click. This may be the most important and popular mode in every camera.

Finally, a camera with brains! What makes Canon so innovative is that it is able to make the Auto mode different and better. It comes with a Scene Detection Technology. You’ve never seen a more efficient camera than this. Just select an icon and you’re good to go. Taking pictures and videos is simply more fun with what Canon offers.

The PowerShot D10 also features a Print menu for quick access to direct print options. The full PictBridge support means that users are able to print directly to any PictBridge compatible printer without the need for a computer. It also comes with a variety of languages so that anyone can practically enjoy the product.

Like its other counterparts, it comes with a memory card support. What makes this better is that in addition to SD, SDHC and MMC memory cards, the camera also supports MMCplus and HC MMCplus card formats. You can’t say that the others do that.

Then, there’s the software and the Canon i-Image Gateway! The PowerShot comes bundled with the following software programs:
•    The ZoomBrowser EX 6.3 for Windows and ImageBrowser 6.3 for Macintosh: these were made to make organizing and editing images, movies and slideshows, or creating and printing digital photo albums very easy.
•    The PhotoStitch 3.1 for Windows and PhotoStitch 3.2 for Mac: You can now create panoramic photos from multiple images.

The bundled software is able to support Windows Vista (including SP1) / XP SP2-3 and Macintosh OS X v10.4-10.5. It is also able to support PTP for driverless transfer to your PC or laptop. This is also possible for image and movie transfer to Vista with the MTP. As an added bonus, purchasers of the PowerShot D10 are eligible for free membership at the Canon iMAGE gateway which is 100MB of online ‘personal gallery’ space so that you can share stills and video with family and friends.