I already have a Canon DSLR but I wanted a smaller cheap camera with all the advanced settings for my workshop. The Canon PowerShot G6 is ideal for the job as it has all the features and an excellent lens. I use it on a tripod with the ISO set to the minimum of 100 for excellent sharp photos. 7 MP is ideal for taking photos for the website or customers as you usually have to scale them down for email. I recommend this camera especially at the price they are going for now. If you already have a DSLR it's worth buying one as a spare to keep in the camera bag.

Been after one of these following reading how rated they are for angling self takes. finally got my hands on one and am very pleased. easy to use adjustable timer with remote and the rotating screen makes self takes a doddle. Other cameras will do this but for the money I rate this one. Search out a good one they are out there.

Great camera. I've bought two of these: one for my niece and one for my girlfriend - both photographic novices. They've had excellent results, thanks to camera ergonomics, excellent glass (G6 was last G-camera to use F2.0 optics, later models used IS in lieu of fast glass), terrific sensor and loads of features. If you don't want to use abundant feature, it works great on auto as well. Doesn't have later G-model problems with dust spots, lens getting stuck, etc. Also easier to hold onto. On the con side, focus can be agonizingly slow. Be careful that focus has been achieved prior to pressing shutter. Also don't know why Canon went from black G5 to GREY G6 back to black G7. Marketing mis-step I guess, and I imagine this keeps prices down. Personally I use a Pro-1 and ... MoreGreat camera. I've bought two of these: one for my niece and one for my girlfriend - both photographic novices. They've had excellent results, thanks to camera ergonomics, excellent glass (G6 was last G-camera to use F2.0 optics, later models used IS in lieu of fast glass), terrific sensor and loads of features. If you don't want to use abundant feature, it works great on auto as well. Doesn't have later G-model problems with dust spots, lens getting stuck, etc. Also easier to hold onto. On the con side, focus can be agonizingly slow. Be careful that focus has been achieved prior to pressing shutter. Also don't know why Canon went from black G5 to GREY G6 back to black G7. Marketing mis-step I guess, and I imagine this keeps prices down. Personally I use a Pro-1 and would have a hard time telling the difference between output from this camera and the G6; due to its more compact form factor, I've been tempted to pick up a G6 as well. Overall, I would highly recommend this camera. Compared to the newer models, it an exceptional value if you shop carefully.