This is a powerful photographic tool, and a pretty affordable one, relative to its exceptional capabilities. Also, while it’s clearly aimed at the “enthusiast” shooter, I should point out that (as is the case with most high-end digicam models) even complete novices will have no trouble using the G6 in its full auto mode.

This camera can do it all. And even if you’re planning to buy an SLR soon, you won’t regret owning the G6. It easily fits in a glove compartment, briefcase, or messenger bag. And you won’t really feel like you’re giving up much when you shoot with the G6 instead of an SLR. It’s a good compliment to a more professional camera.

If you want a high resolution camera without the noise and purple fringing issues of the 8MP models, this may be the right choice. Those with G5’s probably don’t need to rush out and upgrade, unless they really need that extra resolution or like the G6’s refined body design (I certainly do). The latest camera in Canon’s G-series gets a thumbs up from this reviewer.

This is a great upgrade from my G1. I’m shooting far better than ever with this camera. Hopefully in five more generations, the “G12” will incorporate my wishlist items. That would truly be the perfect camera.

This is really a great camera. For an amateur like me it is really easy to use. For a professional it still has all the settings of an SLR so you can have full control of the picture.

The Powershot G6 has superior optics and can capture outstanding image quality. Shooting was a different matter – the PowerShot G6 tended to hesitate.

With a sleeker, more ergonomic shape, a powerful optical zoom, and a multitude of pro-level features, the Canon PowerShot G6 is a stride ahead of its predecessor, the PowerShot G5.

Although the G6 is not the most compact of digital compacts, is fairly pricey for the resolution and has more noise at higher ISOs than I’d like to see, it still packs in a huge amount of kit and has excellent handling and ergonomics. The superb lens helps record plenty of detail while the camera is particularly flexible thanks to the vari-angle LCD and versatile shooting tools.