It’s Sep 2019 and I still have my G16. I also own a 6D, 80D and an EOS R. I will never sell my G16 and if something happens to it, I will go to the ends of the earth to buy another one. This camera was far ahead of its time... the image quality, build quality, features and lens are all breathtaking.
I bumbled upon one of these at a thrift store for about $15; ridiculously underpriced, and I am very impressed. I ordered a charger for the battery. It has been a wonderful addition to my arsenal of cameras. There are times that a photographer doesn't want to haul a DSLR around, yet wants to have a pocketable camera that allows creative control. This is it. By far the best of the Canon PowerShot "G" series of the ones I have.
Hey Omar, Just wanted to pop in and say this video came recommended. Prob because looking at old cameras. Whats funny is I watched your video many moons ago before I bought this camera and I still use it till today. For those thinking or umming, just buy it. its a a great al round video and sorry to hijack your video Omar, but I have been thinking of making a re review 10 years later. Thank again hope you are well.
Got my 1st G16 after dropping my G15 off my bike while taking pics while riding. So went to the G 16 then for my bike travels about the US. About 10 years ago and another couple 100 k miles of on the move picture taking. Have two them presently and still used lots behind my M50.
Hi; Many thanks for your tour of the G16 ! I have owned this camera for a long time from new and was proficient iin using it. for a long time until a while back I was diagnosed with Alhzheimers and my photography came to a s stand stll ! I `m now slowly gettimng to know things photographic again and this means every thing including basic operation and on my 5D bodies, even how to put a new card in1 Although I now have David Taylo'rs expanded guide I have still been struggling to make progress. Your spoken guide uas been invauable today it re-learning the G16. I will be wading through it all again tomorrow! Many thanks - Barry Turner - Derbyshire, UK.
my camera doesn't have that sticker wifi on the front of the cam, should I be concerned? haven't gone as far as opening it up yet, just waiting for my battery to charge. I'm assuming all g16 have wifi right?
Omar Correa do u think g1x mk2 is better or g16 ? They have like 300$ difference in here . In here the g1x mk2 is 900$ and g16 is like 600$ which should I get ... i only have 900$ budget right now ...
Is it possible ti take photos and film with the camera upside down and still get the picture right? I wanna have the kamera on a stick and have it upside down... if you understand...
I bought this camera a month ago. Technology has come a long way in the 13 years since I got into digital photography. The camcorder in this camera is 10X better than my first camcorder I bought in 1995 (standard def- not digital). Perfect for long exposures too although you will need a tripod for this.
Do you know if this camera will work with a wireless remote? I see cheap wireless remotes for sale that says it's for Canon D and T cameras and also lists G16. I am skeptical if there is an infrared receiver on the G16.
MR . Omar I am a SLR user and planning to buy this one my slr is canon 650 you said in the video that you can take off the built in lens ...is that right ? does the converter comes along with it if I want to use my caon 50 f1.4 or my wide angle lens ? please am planning to buy it today so am looking for a quick response
Hi Omar, I have been looking for a replacement camera for my mom's Canon A1590 and your review has been extremely helpful, however I had a quick question. Her greatest complaint with the old camera was that there was an extreme lag between taking the first picture and taking a second. As you have used this camera, does it take pictures fairly quick? Again, amazing review!
hey i bought this camera yesterday, but when i take a photo the top light indicator next to the viewfinder is flashing and i cant seem to click across and see my photos, its really weird, and i didn't know if you knew what is going on and maybe you could help me or something :)
Hi Omar, I got this camera last week to replace my old G12. It was working fine til yesterday and I have been really pleased with the results. But suddenly, I can't access the menu or fund set screens, the LCD screen is not working, and the zoom id not working. have I simply pressed something I shouldn't have done. Any ideas on how to reset. Thanks
Omar Correa Yes, put it on charge. The camera turns on and will let me take pix....can't see the screen and can't access menus though. Sent a mail to Canon help desk
Hi, i've been looking a lot to cameras and cant decide/dont understand much...I would like to know what do you recommend me from Canon. My last one was a elph710 I think, and was very happy but was stolen. I'm looking for something similar but upgraded. A compact one to use mostly in auto mode to take pics of vacation, my toddler, family. I want a great image. Budget is not an issue. Thanks!!!
Omar Correa Oh sorry, the one I had was powershot elph SD870IS. Do you still recommend me this one better than the SX610 sx710, elph330 or 130? (those are the ones I had initially narrowed down
Omar, hi! My needs from a camera is to set and forget and be able to use it at a moment's notice to take family shots. The G16 was highly recommended to me by the salesman. He set up the settings so that I could do just that: set and forget and I've been very happy with that. Unfortunately someone (hubby) had a play around with the settings and I'm terribly upset because I don't know what the salesman set them to except that he turned the flash off. Can you suggest what my settings should be please? ATM the top dial is set on auto; the one below it is set on '0'. When I turn the camera on it shows an L, 4331, FHD, 30P, 85' 42". Below these is a flash symbol inside a circle with a line through it. I have no idea what any of this means and can't make head nor tail of the 200 odd pages of instructins that I printed out. Can you please help a little old lady. BTW the salesman no longer works at that store so don't know who else to ask. Thank you in advance.
Hi Omar, I recently bought the G16 to use mainly for video. I'm not really very experienced with cameras so it's been fun practicing and getting used to this one. I'm having one problem with the movie feature, as I film a moving scene the camera seems to go out of focus and I don't know how to refocus it. Any idea how to do this? It's probably a really silly and obvious question, but like I say, I'm new to cameras! Thanks!
Rachael McInnes there is an option for manual focus in the menus, it allows you to fine tune. It doesn't really work when you have to change focus during a shot though.
Rachel hello! I'm aware you wrote this 5 years ago - but did you find a solution??!! I'm trying to film myself with my G16 and the focus is terrible?! Any advice is most welcome! x
I love this lens its perfect get it here amzn.to/1w53CUO ith performance and creative expression approaching that of an SLR camera, the new PowerShot G16 camera makes unlimited imaging not just portable, but now wireless, too!
Really? I have a 40D 17-55 f2.8 and looking for something with video. Do you miss anything from your DSLR? How about the viewfinder? I bet this can't beat the DSLR...
maydangerous for photography it beats most DSLR setups unless you have very expensive lens. The lens we have on the G16 would be 28-140m f1.8-2.8.. that is waaay better than that 17-55 you have. If you want good video get a DSLR with a flip screen and good autofocus.. That means the eos 70D. 70D is better than 5D mark3 when it comes to video
unprofessionalvids So basically you're saying this little gadget beats my highly regarded 17-55 2.8 (basically near an L-quality lens)... Better sell my gear then lol. :) Then how would you rate the G16 for video? I don't need extraordinary moviemaking videomachine but would love good autofocus and zoom. Also how is the focusing point selection working out for you in the G16? Too bad no touchscreen for this.
Hi Omar! im loving your reviews bro, i need a stabilizer grip for a g16 , would you recommend this one? BARSKA Accu Grip, im afraid that maybe its too big for the camera, grettings from Venezuela!
Hi, I've been wanting to get a new camera for doing portraits. I have the powershot sx510 hs right now and it doesn't do the blurred background effect very well since the max aperture is only f3.4. Is the powershot g16 able to create blurred a background on pictures of people?
Check the description of this video for a link to my Sample footage video that shows you what this camera can do. That should help in making your decision.
hi omar, I have been using my omd em-5 and I am looking for a camere that is less noticable and I am into this g16, should I buy g16 after omd em5 thanks
It might be about the same size minus a long lens. You make me nervous when you say you want it to be "Less Noticeable" :). What mischief are you up to?
i think canon is recalling all 70d because focusing problem ,, THATS GREAT i will buy a camera that has great focus anyway the 70d.. does not work with lightroom. where do we send or 70d for full refunds sure hope it is true.
So I tried to put my friend's external flash on mg G16 but after removing it my built-it flash doesn't seem to work anymore. What is the problem? Can anyone please help me fix this issue because I'm getting really desperate.
This may be an advanced p&s camera but it has a very small 1/1.7 sensor for $450. $100 p&s cameras have the same size sensor. For $50 more get a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 or $600 get a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. Much larger sensors and quality for a little more money.
It’s Sep 2019 and I still have my G16. I also own a 6D, 80D and an EOS R. I will never sell my G16 and if something happens to it, I will go to the ends of the earth to buy another one. This camera was far ahead of its time... the image quality, build quality, features and lens are all breathtaking.
Just picked up one for $150.
I bumbled upon one of these at a thrift store for about $15; ridiculously underpriced, and I am very impressed. I ordered a charger for the battery. It has been a wonderful addition to my arsenal of cameras. There are times that a photographer doesn't want to haul a DSLR around, yet wants to have a pocketable camera that allows creative control. This is it. By far the best of the Canon PowerShot "G" series of the ones I have.
Would you go buy one on n@zi Ukraine if you had to? Sounds like you got 💰💰
Hey Omar, Just wanted to pop in and say this video came recommended. Prob because looking at old cameras. Whats funny is I watched your video many moons ago before I bought this camera and I still use it till today.
For those thinking or umming, just buy it. its a a great al round video and sorry to hijack your video Omar, but I have been thinking of making a re review 10 years later.
Thank again hope you are well.
Got my 1st G16 after dropping my G15 off my bike while taking pics while riding. So went to the G 16 then for my bike travels about the US. About 10 years ago and another couple 100 k miles of on the move picture taking. Have two them presently and still used lots behind my M50.
Have you ever tried using MicroSD Card with an Adapter for G16? Do they work?
Hi; Many thanks for your tour of the G16 !
I have owned this camera for a long time from new and was proficient iin using it. for a long time until a while back I was diagnosed with Alhzheimers and my photography came to a s stand stll !
I `m now slowly gettimng to know things photographic again and this means every thing including basic operation and on my 5D bodies, even how to put a new card in1
Although I now have David Taylo'rs expanded guide I have still been struggling to make progress. Your spoken guide uas been invauable today it re-learning the G16.
I will be wading through it all again tomorrow! Many thanks - Barry Turner - Derbyshire, UK.
After 6-7 years, this camera is still better then some cameras now. It is well built
Great tour of the camera...on to the wifi settings.
Thank you for creating this! I have had the camera for 2 weeks and didnt realize all it could do Thanks!
Have you ever tried using MicroSD Card with an Adapter for G16? Do they work?
Abner, the g16 us great with housing underwater, I dived vanuatu with the g10, was awesome, and easy ,lightweight etc.
Hope you had an awesome time in Vanuatu :)
Have you ever tried using MicroSD Card with an Adapter for G16? Do they work?😊
my camera doesn't have that sticker wifi on the front of the cam, should I be concerned? haven't gone as far as opening it up yet, just waiting for my battery to charge. I'm assuming all g16 have wifi right?
Yes pothead. You think they took it out on a few random copies? 😜 our education system is broken
Scuba diver here wondering if the g16 or rx100 m2 be best for macro stills?
Omar Correa do u think g1x mk2 is better or g16 ? They have like 300$ difference in here
. In here the g1x mk2 is 900$ and g16 is like 600$ which should I get ... i only have 900$ budget right now ...
Hi Omar, I love your videos. You look like someone who really know cameras...
Tell me, what is better between a G16 or G1x ? Which one would you buy?
It just depends on what you need for a camera and if you don't mind paying $150 more for the G1X. I'd prefer the G16 since it has wifi.
He does not show his face here. 😂💁
Is it possible ti take photos and film with the camera upside down and still get the picture right?
I wanna have the kamera on a stick and have it upside down... if you understand...
Hi. Is it possible to put a flash transmiter on it to trigger bigger flashes?
I bought this camera a month ago. Technology has come a long way in the 13 years since I got into digital photography. The camcorder in this camera is 10X better than my first camcorder I bought in 1995 (standard def- not digital). Perfect for long exposures too although you will need a tripod for this.
Of course it's better than most camcorders ffs
Do you know if this camera will work with a wireless remote? I see cheap wireless remotes for sale that says it's for Canon D and T cameras and also lists G16. I am skeptical if there is an infrared receiver on the G16.
charles910 I'm not sure, sorry
MR . Omar I am a SLR user and planning to buy this one
my slr is canon 650
you said in the video that you can take off the built in lens ...is that right ?
does the converter comes along with it if I want to use my caon 50 f1.4 or my wide angle lens ?
please am planning to buy it today so am looking for a quick response
You cannot remove the lens of this camera. You can remove the ring around the lens for accessories and adapters like a lens hood.
😜 our education system is broken if you think that
Hi Omar, I have been looking for a replacement camera for my mom's Canon A1590 and your review has been extremely helpful, however I had a quick question. Her greatest complaint with the old camera was that there was an extreme lag between taking the first picture and taking a second. As you have used this camera, does it take pictures fairly quick? Again, amazing review!
Yes this shouldn't be an issue with this camera
Quicker than your happy ending 💦
This will be my next camera. It is rated very high at CameraLabs and DPreview.
Dp review are a scam like Zelinsky
hey i bought this camera yesterday, but when i take a photo the top light indicator next to the viewfinder is flashing and i cant seem to click across and see my photos, its really weird, and i didn't know if you knew what is going on and maybe you could help me or something :)
Hey Does it have a internal ND filter and can the gain/iso go to -3??
Is there an input for an external mic?
This, the G1x or the Nikon P7800, someone help? for a travel camera for taking group photos and such.
Hi Omar, I got this camera last week to replace my old G12. It was working fine til yesterday and I have been really pleased with the results. But suddenly, I can't access the menu or fund set screens, the LCD screen is not working, and the zoom id not working. have I simply pressed something I shouldn't have done. Any ideas on how to reset. Thanks
Muhammet Erdem Did you check the battery to see if it's out of juice?
Omar Correa Yes, put it on charge. The camera turns on and will let me take pix....can't see the screen and can't access menus though. Sent a mail to Canon help desk
+Muhammet Erdem Toggle display button until menus appear
perfect Omar. replacing my Fujifilm X20. I loved my X20 but the interface was far too complicated for my needs. A slightly smaller compact .
Really? Our education system is broken
Hi, i've been looking a lot to cameras and cant decide/dont understand much...I would like to know what do you recommend me from Canon. My last one was a elph710 I think, and was very happy but was stolen. I'm looking for something similar but upgraded. A compact one to use mostly in auto mode to take pics of vacation, my toddler, family. I want a great image. Budget is not an issue. Thanks!!!
I would recommend this one then
Omar Correa Oh sorry, the one I had was powershot elph SD870IS.
Do you still recommend me this one better than the SX610 sx710, elph330 or 130? (those are the ones I had initially narrowed down
I'm not familiar with those cameras, but if cost is not a factor, I would recommend the G16
Omar Correa ok. I am going for that one. Thank you very much!
Not a budget issue? You must be rich 💰
I've got question and cannot find an answer: The hotshoe... is there a microphone that works with this particular one?
+Connor's Sports Cards Don't think so
Omar, hi! My needs from a camera is to set and forget and be able to use it at a moment's notice to take family shots. The G16 was highly recommended to me by the salesman. He set up the settings so that I could do just that: set and forget and I've been very happy with that. Unfortunately someone (hubby) had a play around with the settings and I'm terribly upset because I don't know what the salesman set them to except that he turned the flash off. Can you suggest what my settings should be please? ATM the top dial is set on auto; the one below it is set on '0'. When I turn the camera on it shows an L, 4331, FHD, 30P, 85' 42". Below these is a flash symbol inside a circle with a line through it. I have no idea what any of this means and can't make head nor tail of the 200 odd pages of instructins that I printed out. Can you please help a little old lady. BTW the salesman no longer works at that store so don't know who else to ask. Thank you in advance.
+TheBunnyc You should be able to just set it into Auto mode and it'll handle everything for you.
OK thanks Omar. I thought the settings that show up when I turn the camera on might mean something wasn't set right. I'll try auto. Thanks again.
Hi Omar, I recently bought the G16 to use mainly for video. I'm not really very experienced with cameras so it's been fun practicing and getting used to this one. I'm having one problem with the movie feature, as I film a moving scene the camera seems to go out of focus and I don't know how to refocus it. Any idea how to do this? It's probably a really silly and obvious question, but like I say, I'm new to cameras! Thanks!
It has autofocus so it should refocus on its own
That's what I thought, but it doesn't seem to, or at least it takes a long time. Is there a way to manually refocus it while filming?
Rachael McInnes no manual focus available sorry
Rachael McInnes there is an option for manual focus in the menus, it allows you to fine tune. It doesn't really work when you have to change focus during a shot though.
Rachel hello! I'm aware you wrote this 5 years ago - but did you find a solution??!! I'm trying to film myself with my G16 and the focus is terrible?! Any advice is most welcome! x
Great video I have just bought on and had to watch this! Still don't get what changing the your aperture or shutter speed does haha!
Adjusting the aperture and shutter speed help brighten up your pictures. The shutter speed also helps you get in focus fast moving objects.
Great help mate, thanks. Do you think you will be doing a review of the canon G7x?
No plans for that
I love this lens its perfect get it here amzn.to/1w53CUO ith performance and creative expression approaching that of an SLR camera, the new PowerShot G16 camera makes unlimited imaging not just portable, but now wireless, too!
Do you do camera sales?
No just reviews
Hi Omar , I'm a totally newbie . So , is this canon G16 suitable with me ?
On if you money 💰 to n@zi Ukraine
Hi Omar tell me more about editing ,how i do RAW files?
Hi Omar, what are the difference between G16 and G7.
I'm not sure
About a inch . 💦
this camera is amazing.. totally replaced my 60D 17-55 f2.8 + 100mm f2.8 setup
Really? I have a 40D 17-55 f2.8 and looking for something with video. Do you miss anything from your DSLR? How about the viewfinder? I bet this can't beat the DSLR...
maydangerous
for photography it beats most DSLR setups unless you have very expensive lens. The lens we have on the G16 would be 28-140m f1.8-2.8.. that is waaay better than that 17-55 you have. If you want good video get a DSLR with a flip screen and good autofocus.. That means the eos 70D. 70D is better than 5D mark3 when it comes to video
unprofessionalvids true that
unprofessionalvids So basically you're saying this little gadget beats my highly regarded 17-55 2.8 (basically near an L-quality lens)... Better sell my gear then lol. :)
Then how would you rate the G16 for video? I don't need extraordinary moviemaking videomachine but would love good autofocus and zoom. Also how is the focusing point selection working out for you in the G16? Too bad no touchscreen for this.
maydangerous It has great autofocus, zoom and stabilization. I think I mentioned that in the review ;)
good review, decent upgrade over a phone , point&shoot.
Does anyone happen to know whether the G16 supports clean Hdmi output?
Hi Omar! im loving your reviews bro, i need a stabilizer grip for a g16 , would you recommend this one? BARSKA Accu Grip, im afraid that maybe its too big for the camera, grettings from Venezuela!
That grip should work. Thanks for watching my vids
Hi, I've been wanting to get a new camera for doing portraits. I have the powershot sx510 hs right now and it doesn't do the blurred background effect very well since the max aperture is only f3.4. Is the powershot g16 able to create blurred a background on pictures of people?
Check the description of this video for a link to my Sample footage video that shows you what this camera can do. That should help in making your decision.
Bokeh nuts are Looney
Is the canon l830 better
Oh and also, you can't add lenses to this camera can you?
nope, you'd need a DSLR cam for that
hi omar,
I have been using my omd em-5 and I am looking for a camere that is less noticable and I am into this g16, should I buy g16 after omd em5
thanks
It might be about the same size minus a long lens. You make me nervous when you say you want it to be "Less Noticeable" :). What mischief are you up to?
Are you related to Epstein or Gates.
@@omarcorrea they are Moussaud
Hey Omar! I was just wondering. How is the manual focus adjusted on this camera?
There's no manual focus on this camera
Omar Correa there is manual focus on the camera.
@@andyyoung87 but you don't say how or where. Ffs
I cant seem to use the popup flash on M,Av,Tv, and P......can only use on Auto, SCN,
james cronk
I think I'll go for the G12 instead of the newer models. since I do like my screens protected.
But a screen protector ffs. The g12 is not any more or less durable
@@unbroken1010 this was 7 years ago, the g12 served me well, now I got a Sony a7 and cybershot hx400v so I'm not worried much about it any more
i think canon is recalling all 70d because focusing problem ,, THATS GREAT i will buy a camera that has great focus anyway the 70d.. does not work with lightroom. where do we send or 70d for full refunds sure hope it is true.
So I tried to put my friend's external flash on mg G16 but after removing it my built-it flash doesn't seem to work anymore. What is the problem? Can anyone please help me fix this issue because I'm getting really desperate.
Check your settings options under flash
+Omar Correa I did everything but it won't let me change anything under flash option. When I go to flash settings I cant change anything.
Does anyone find when looking through the view finder when shooting you can see the top of the lens.
😂😂 yeah what's your point? It won't be in the photo pot head
@@unbroken1010 What’s my point? It’s self explanatory “pot head”. I don’t like seeing the top of the lens when looking through viewfinder.
Should i buy it not?
This may be an advanced p&s camera but it has a very small 1/1.7 sensor for $450. $100 p&s cameras have the same size sensor. For $50 more get a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 or $600 get a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. Much larger sensors and quality for a little more money.
You would not know the difference between them of the photograph is good pothead
ive just bought this camera lesssgooo
+Omar Correa can you add a t ring adapter to this camera?
+Stephen B I'm not sure about that. I would check BH photo
+Omar Correa oi da para trocar de lente ? ou e fixa ?
+Omar Correa Câmera Digital Canon Powershot G16 12 Megapixels 5x Zoom Ótico
+Luan Souza nenhuma lente fixa
Is it really made of metal?
+FlorinU yes, Aluminum
can I use a different sd card with more storage?
+torg yes
How wife is the lens?
Alex Puma I´d say it´s more like a girlfriend actually. So not that wife.
28-105 mm equivalent
Good video, BUT you NEED to fix those finger nail skins. No offense, but I'm getting woozzie watching the video.
How many pictures can this camera shoot please?
Billions like the billions we send to n@zi Ukraine
Shame no mic jack
Good! Left out a bunch of stuff you could have clued me on - macro during movie? zoom during movie? blah blah.
I meant how fast ?
7 burst I think
Nice name Omar ^_*
Seriously, I would love to learn from your video but you are talking so fast I can't follow you. Please slow down.
Sorry, I've improved over the last 8 years and 4 days.
@@omarcorrea if you have a more recent tour of the G16 I would love to see it.
Dude... you mumble. Other than that good review
agree, too many words, so lacks clarity.