Overall Rating: 8/10 Performance: 9/10 Features: 9/10 Price: 7/10 Capture amazing shots and create lifetime memories New releases are not only convenient to use and offer great images but also come with Canon Powershot G5x multiple connectivity options Price: `49,995 Key Specs 20.2-megapixel 1-inch sensor, 24-100mm (equiv) f/1.8-2.8 lens, ISO 125-12800 - Ashok Pandey Pros: Good quality photos, several manual settings, rotatable screen Cons: lacks in focusing in low light, no 4K video support

Overall Rating: 7/10 Canon PowerShot G5 X is an advanced compact camera with Performance: 6/10 the capabilities of a DSLR in a much smaller body. Canon smartly Features: 6/10 balanced features in a compact body. Canon PowerShot G5 X Price: 8/10 comes with several features and modes to click good quality images in various shooting conditions.

Overall Rating: 8/10 Performance: 9/10 Features: 8/10 Price: 7/10

Fujifilm wide 300 Price: `8,699 Nikon D5500 DSLR Price: `63,950 (with D-ZOOM KIT: AF-S 18-55mm VRII + Key Specs Battery Type Supported: AA, Dimensions: 3.8 x 7.4 x AF-S 55-200mm VR Kit Lenses) 4.8 inches, Image Stabilization: None, Type: Analog, Key Specs Viewfinder Type: Optical, Weight: 1.4 lb 24 megapixels APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm) CMOS sensor, Expeed 4 processor, ISO 100 - 25600, 3.2-inch fully articulated LCD, Pros: Focusing ranges from 3.0 to 9.8’ or 9.8’ to infinity, Viewfinder, USB 2.0, mini-HDMI, Wi-FI, EN-EL14a lithium-ion battery Lens ring dial for adjusting focus setting Electronic shutter release with speeds from 1/64 to 1/200 seconds Pros: Excellent image quality, compact and light, 3.2-inch fully Cons: Expensive for high volume shooters , film of the articulating LCD screen, advanced Auto ISO controls, decent camera is expensive. battery life Cons: No control or Auto ISO in movie mode, basic The Fujifilm instax Wide 300 Digital camera is a wide smartphone app angle that uses large format instax instant films. It is a fun device to bring back the nostalgia and Nikon D5500 is a compact and lightweight DSLR camera that will force you to capture everything on the film strips, clicks great quality images and comes packed with features a but films are pricey and use them wisely if money is not photography enthusiast would ever need. It lacks aperture control peanuts for you. but overall it’s a great bet with decent battery backup. pcquest.com twitter.com/pcquest facebook.com/pcquest linkd.in/pcquest [email protected] OCTOBER 2016 PCQuest 63 coverstory

Overall Rating: 8/10 Overall Rating: 8/10 Performance: 9/10 Performance: 8/10 Features: 8/10 Features: 8/10 Price: 8/10 Price: 8/10

Panasonic HC-V160 Price: `17,990 Nikon Coolpix S9700 Key Specs: 1920x1080p Full-HD video recording, 77X intelligent Price: ₹18,950 zoom, 38X optical zoom, BSI sensor, Crystal engine, Key Specs: 32.3mm wide-angle shooting, image stabilizer, 2.7-inch 16 MP backlit CMOS sensor, NIKKOR lens with 30x optical zoom, rotatable LCD display 3-inch OLED screen, ISO 125-6400 sensitivity, P, S, A, or M modes, Pros: 77X zoom, image stabilization, video quality FullHD video recording, Wi-Fi and GPS built in, 1cm macro mode Cons: Poor still image quality Pros: Impressive zoom, detailed images, color reproduction, Panasonic HC-V160 is a viable choice for consumers inbuilt GPS and Wi-Fi, manual controls looking for an affordable camcorder. You can record Cons: Wi-Fi could be more functional, position could be quality videos and click still images as well. This enables better you to capture life’s moment, whether it’s a small party, Nikon brings the Coolpix S9700 for those who desire for compact any occasion or you are on holiday. Its 77X intelligent yet longer zoom camera. This new member of Nikon family is zoom gives you the opportunity to even capture longer lightweight and has been crafted beautifully. With the pocket- distance objects easily. friendly form factor, it has 30X zoom lens, full manual control options and integrated GPS and Wi-Fi. The Coolpix S9700 is made for people looking for higher zoom in a compact camera. It is an incredible package that covers both basic auto shooting and more creative photography.

Overall Rating: 8/10 Performance: 8/10 Features: 8/10 Price: 9/10 Canon EOS 1200D Price: ₹36,995 Key Specs: 18 MP CMOS sensor, 22.3X14.9mm image sensor, Eye-level pentamirror viewfinder, ISO 100 - ISO 6400 settings, 1/4000sec. to 30sec shutter speed, Auto pop-up , 3-inch display, 860 mAh LP-E10 Li-ion battery

Pros: Image quality, full support of the Canon range of lenses, Optical Viewfinder, Affordable Cons: no connectivity options such as wi-fi Canon is aiming to attract customers looking to upgrade or move from digital to DSLR cameras with its EOS 1200D. The small and lightweight EOS 1200D is a solid DSLR camera weighing about 480 grams with the battery and card fitted inside. It is a solidly-built and reliable camera, that captures beautiful images and offers great experience for the first-time DSLR users.

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