I chose this Canon PowerShot D10 review as a Featured User Review because it’s a well-written, detailed review. I also wanted to spotlight the Canon PowerShot D10. It’s Canon’s first waterproof and shockproof digital camera and one of the best-spec’d underwater digital cameras available now.
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Featured Review: Canon PowerShot D10
by Brian (Expert)
| Price Paid: $278.00 from Abes of Maine Review Date: November 20, 2009 Used product for: 3 Months to 1 year Overall Rating: |
4 of 5
Summary:
My pictures were generally good, The LCD screen is bright enough even in the sun. I took it on a whitewater rafting trip and the pics came out fine. Underwater shots were clear. I have a mount on my handlebar and shot some video clips while cycling. The video was well balanced, but because I was moving, the mic picked up alot of wind noise.
Menu interface is well designed. Large buttons in the back that allows the user to select auto, program.scenes and video modes quickly. Programable button allows users to appoint a function. I chose to set it to ISO.
Strengths:
Nice fast 2.8 lens 3X optical zoom. I liked that Canon designed the lens to zoom in and out, and not internally like the other thinner models, like Fuji or Panasonic. This is why the D10 must be shaped like a diving bell. Battery life is not bad. I was able to fill a 2gig card with videos and stills without having to recharge.
Weaknesses:
Canon crammed 12 megapixels in a small 1/2.3″ sensor which produced 43 MP/cm² pixel density. This reduces the dynamic range and it shows in some of my pics. Fortunately, this can be resolved in post processing, specificly appying hdr to enhance the details.
The D10′s unusual design makes it difficult to use with only one hand. With no grip, it’s easy to drop.
Accessories are expensive.
Similar Products Used:
Canon 40D
Nikon Coolpix P5000
Customer Service:
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