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Reviews: Canon PowerShot G1 X

by PhotoVideoOnline on 01/17/2012

Canon PowerShot G1 X

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  • Large 14.3 MP CMOS, DIGIC 5, HS System
  • Compact 4x zoom; Intelligent IS
  • 7.5 cm (3.0”) vari-angle LCD; OVF
  • Full Manual, RAW, DPP
  • Full HD, HDMI
  • High-speed Burst HQ
  • Smart Auto
  • Extensive accessories
  • HDR mode and ND filter
  • Optional 40m waterproof case

Canon G1 X Hands-On
The Canon G1 X was a bit of a surprise from the only major camera manufacturer without a mirrorless interchangeable lens system. While it doesn’t offer interchangeable lenses, the G1 X features an image sensor that’s bigger than the Nikon 1 and Micro Four Thirds (Panasonic and Olympus) cameras. I has some time with a pre-production model at CES 2012. Check out my initial hands-on impressions below.
January 17, 2012
Canon PowerShot G1 X samples gallery
We've spent a couple of days shooting with a pre-production Canon PowerShot G1 X. We've prepared a 30 image gallery, shot in a range of lighting conditions and using a variety of focal lengths, ISO settings and apertures, in addition to the studio examples we've already posted. The G1 X may look like an existing G-series compact but fits a near DSLR-sized sensor into its slightly brick-like body. So what does this mean for image quality and does its f/5.8 maximum aperture at the long end of the zoom rob it of its low-light potential?
January 16, 2012
FIRST LOOK: Canon PowerShot G1X
Canon is a late-comer to the large-sensor compact camera category and its first offering, the 14.3-megapixel G1X, isn't an interchangeable-lens camera. The naming of this camera is unfortunate because of its similarity to Panasonic's recently-released DMC-GX1, although the G1X is totally different. Instead of releasing a mirrorless interchangeable-lens system, Canon has extended an existing - and very successful - camera design.
January, 2012
Canon PowerShot G1X first look
Canon's latest advanced compact has a sensor six times the size of the nearest model in the PowerShot range and with a 4x optical, 28-112mm lens and equal or better low light performance, is this the perfect portable snapper? We go hands-on to find out. Narrowly missing out on a nomination for the TrustedReviews Awards 2011 powered by Duracell, could the Canon PowerShot G1X make the shortlist for next year's awards?
January 12, 2012
Canon PowerShot G1 X
Canon recently unveiled their PowerShot G1 X, the new flagship of the PowerShot lineup. This camera will not be a replacement for the G12, the G1 X will kick of an entirely new branch of PowerShots, but the inspiration is obvious at first glance. The G1 X looks and feels like an update to the G12, in both performance and style. But the biggest difference here is the new 1.5-inch sensor, an absolute giant for this class of camera.
January 10, 2012
Canon Powershot G1 X Hands-On Preview
The Canon Powershot G1 X features a 14.3 megapixel APS-C sized sensor, full manual controls, a wide angle 4x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilisation, optical viewfinder and will be available from February for £699 including VAT.
Joshua Waller takes a closer look at the new Canon Powershot G1 X with large CMOS sensor.

January 10, 2012

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