DIGIC 7 gives excellent performance and image quality to Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II [Pricing Updated]

DIGIC
7 gives excellent performance and image quality to

Canon
PowerShot G9 X Mark II 

SINGAPORE, 5 January 2017 – Canon today announced the
launch of the new PowerShot G9 X Mark II to the PowerShot G Series line of
premium digital compact cameras. Featuring the latest DIGIC 7 image processor
used in the premium Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II and EOS M5 models, the
PowerShot G9 X Mark II produces high quality images and new levels of
performance for accurate detection and precision tracking of subjects.

Designed for the lifestyle photographer in mind, the PowerShot G9 X Mark II
offers the convenience of a high-performance camera in a compact, lightweight
design (approximately 206 grams). With built-in Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity
functions, sharing vibrant and crisps videos and images on social media
platforms will be a breeze. 

“Drawing on the power of the latest Canon DIGIC
7 image processor, the PowerShot

G9 X Mark II enables photographers to achieve
superb picture quality with much convenience,” said Edwin Teoh, Head of
Marketing, Singapore Operations, Canon Singapore. “By pairing the new DIGIC 7
with cutting-edge imaging technology, users are not only able to enjoy a high
level of control and precision, but are also allowed greater ease in the
experimentation and creation of artistic shots.” 

Intelligent
DIGIC 7 delivers on-point performance

The new DIGIC 7 image processor delivers high
precision tracking performance and allows for touch detection of image
subjects. The camera will automatically detect and track the face of a
designated person, as well as animals and even objects that are not highly
discernible in a low colour-saturation background. In addition, the DIGIC 7
image processor also makes continuous shooting of 8.1 fps possible, making it
effortless for users to track and capture fast moving subjects on the PowerShot
G9 X Mark II and pick the ideal image from the continuous shots taken.

The 3x large aperture zoom lens (28-84mm*[1]) assures high image clarity
in varied shooting situations, even in low-light conditions. 

The DIGIC 7 image processor also underpins the
enhancement of image quality on the new PowerShot G9 X Mark II, even at high
ISO speeds. At ISO 1600, edge noise is suppressed to the equivalence at ISO
800, thus maintaining excellent resolution and higher level of image clarity.   

The newly developed dual sensing image
stabilisation (IS) feature provides 3.5 stops of image stabilisation when
shooting still images, reducing camera shake more effectively even when
shooting in low light or night conditions. The dual sensing IS works by using
two types of information processing: A gyro sensor that detects physical
vibration and a new algorithm that utilises information from the image sensor
to compensate for image blur.

Control
and creative functions

Included on the PowerShot G9 X Mark II is the
Picture Style support found in the Canon’s EOS series of cameras, with 8
pre-set styles, similar to the Canon EOS DSLR line of colour reproduction. Each
pre-set can be customised to the user’s preferred settings and requirements.
The touch screen LCD and control ring makes it easy and more intuitive to
adjust and change camera settings as the user desires.

The PowerShot G9 X Mark II is now equipped with
the in-camera RAW image processing feature, users of the PowerShot G9 X Mark II
can edit RAW files on the go at their convenience, adjust settings such as
brightness and white balance easily within the camera without any loss of
quality and upload processed images instantly to social media even when away
from home. Batch processing of RAW files is also possible and particularly
useful for shots which are sequential or in the same scene.

Connectivity
and smartphone app control

Bluetooth low energy technology is also newly
introduced to the PowerShot G Series line in the PowerShot G9 X Mark II. The
technology empowers seamless and automatic Wi-Fi connection between cameras to
mobile devices, while ensuring low power consumption, enabling both
power-efficiency and longer hours of connectivity on the PowerShot G9 X Mark
II.  With Bluetooth low energy
technology, users may also use their mobile devices as a remote control for
shooting or playback of images, enabling users to have greater control and
options.

The new version of the Camera Connect
smartphone app interface for remote live view shooting delivers improved usability
with both the guide display of AF operations and setting display on the same
screen. The new image filter function of the Camera Connect smartphone app also
makes it easier to search through vast amount of image and video files on an SD
card.

The new PowerShot G9 X Mark II offers the
versatility of charging up the battery via the commonly used micro-USB cable,
eliminating the need to carry a separate camera battery charger when
travelling. 

Model	Recommended Retail Price
PowerShot G9 X Mark II	$669 (Inclusive of GST)

Product
specifications

PowerShot
G9 X Mark II

Image sensor:                         20.1
mega-pixel 1.0 inch type CMOS sensor

Imaging processor:                 DIGIC 7

Lens:                                       3
x optical zoom IS

Focal Length:                          28-84mm
(35mm equivalent)

Monitor:
                                  3.0-inch,
approx. 1, 040,000 dots

Movie:                                    Full
HD 59.94 fps

Connectivity:                           Wi-Fi
/ NFC

Dimensions:                            Approx.
98.0 x 57.9 x 31.3mm

Weight:                                    Approx. 206g