Canon PowerShot G1X

4x, f/2.8, 28 mm
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        Summary Canon G1X

        Prices Price
        Camera only
        $695
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        Score Snapsort rank
        Within its price range
        #n/a of 1
        Among similar cameras
        #n/a of 14
        Specifications Key specs
        Zoom
        Help 4x
        Screen size
        Help 3"
        Aperture
        Help f/2.8
        Screen resolution
        Help 920k dots
        Wide angle
        Help 28 mm
        Movie format
        Help 1080p @ 24fps
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        Videos

        World's First Canon Powershot ...

        World's First Canon Powershot G1 X Hands-on Review
        • Tutorial
        • Photography
        • Exposure

        Canon PowerShot G1 X - Officia...

        Canon PowerShot G1 X - Official Promo
        • Review
        • Promo

        Canon G1X Review: Saving Savvy...

        Canon G1X Review: Saving Savvy With Dr. Mike
        • Sample video
        • HDR

        Pros

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        The Canon G1X vs other recent boutiques

        Zoom Huge zoom Help
        4x
        Screen flips out Flip-out screen Help
        Great for movies
        Lowest price Inexpensive Help
        $695.00
        Image stabilization Image stabilization Help
        1. Lens
        Built-in flash Built-in flash Help
        Usually standard

        Cons

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        The Canon G1X vs other recent boutiques

        Aperture Narrow aperture Help
        f/2.8
        Screen resolution Low resolution screen Help
        920k dots
        Continuous shooting Slow continuous shooting Help
        1.9 fps
        Touch screen No touch screen Help
        More buttons
        Autofocus contrast detection autofocus Help
        slower focusing
        External mic jack Lacks an external mic jack Help
        Limited to the in-camera mic
        Announced Old Help
        January 2012
        Wide angle Very poor wide angle lens Help
        28 mm
        Screen size Below average sized screen Help
        3"
        Light sensitivity Poor maximum light sensitivity Help
        12,800 ISO
        True resolution Lower true resolution Help
        14.2 MP
        Battery life Shorter battery life Help
        250 shots
        Sensor size Small sensor Help
        Four thirds 18.7x14mm
        Popularity Not so popular Help
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        Roger (2:10 AM, December 03, 2014)
        I've had my G1X since it was introduced. I fell for the internet chatter and thought The Mk II would be better for my kind of photography. So I bought one from Pardee's in Sacramento. Big mistake! Some of the features simply did not work. As soon as I started taking comparo shots, I saw that the Mk II just did not come close to my old G1X. My old G1X is far more intuitive and produces a better image. The new Mk II is way more complex. So, I took it back to Pardee's today. I was hit with a 20% restocking fee. Rip off, but I coded that as a learning experience. I will go forth happily with my old G1X.
         
        Avatar for algiskemezys algiskemezys (10:40 PM, October 21, 2014)
        No mic input, which is disappointing. You can digitally manually focus in images but not in Video. it does have face lock, so that might solve your problem.
         
        Avatar for algiskemezys algiskemezys (10:37 PM, October 21, 2014)
        Yes and no, but it is something you can grip and love.
         
        Avatar for algiskemezys algiskemezys (10:28 PM, October 21, 2014)
        The image quality is impressive and you do not want to photograph with any thing less. It's solid and feels good in your hand. The flip out screen is a fabulous addition.Unfortunately, it's too slow for certain kinds of action images and the close focus is not good. The wide to zoom lens is OK but more zoom would be a bit better. This is a camera you can always carry with you. The dials are good and solid on top of the camera for quick exposure adjustment. You can adjust the flash output easily as well as other features. When shooting video, you can lock the exposure, which is a very good feature. The downside is no audio jack. The price is reasonable these days for this camera. I would not pass it up if your image making is reasonable and not to drastic. Here is a link to some images I made with this camera called "Born in Stone" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IS4fvVVCrsQ&list=UUGPsCIlwM_m7HhxQvjkwZ0A
         
        Chen (8:41 AM, April 27, 2013)
        Why the hell is this camera in the "Boutique" category? It's very versatile, it's not expensive, got great image quality, a comfortable form factor... why isn't it in the digicam category where it belongs?
         
        Alberto (2:07 PM, May 22, 2012)
        I have recently bought this camera. The image quality is AMAZING. Really good. It is impressive. The big sensor really makes a difference. When I compare the photos with the ones of a DSLR I have the quality is very similar. It is, without a doubt, the best compact on sale right now. Even if you use it in Auto mode (for beginners or lazy pros) the image quality is superb. I of course recommend it. The only problems I have perceived are: price (way too expensive), slow AF (but acceptable), poor macro (but logical due to its huge sensor) and size (not really a compact.) If you really are after THE BEST image quality in a compact camera with a fixed lens (without having to worry about changing lenses or carrying bulky lenses with you like with a DSLR or a mirrorless camera), and don't mind a bigger size and a higher price than a normal compact, then this is the one for you! This camera is a beast.
         
        Kayla (9:26 AM, March 08, 2012)
        Does anyone know if the G1X allows manual focusing during video recording? Also, does it have a mic input? Thanks.
         
        Z E C T E R (3:06 PM, February 12, 2012)
        after watch a vid from DRTV about this product, I'm very excited. it's look like baby DSLR isn't it?
         
        Polly Dougherty (10:56 PM, February 06, 2012)
        I've compared the images on imaging-resource comparing meter of the G1X ( ISO 800&1600 ) against the Pentax K-5, Panasonic G3, Olympus EP-3, Sony NEX-5N and the Sony SLT-55v. I think the image quality of the G1X is better than the Pentax, slightly better than the G3, EP-3, and SLT-55v. Only the NEX-5N was a clear winner in my opinion. I have a Canon G9 now and the new Samsung NX200 ( which I love ). The G9 easily fits in a coat pocket or a small fanny pack. The G1X is only slightly larger than the G9 so I may be giving it to my daughter ( she likes it too! ) and buying a G1X for a small high quality camera. I have the Samsung 60mm macro and 50-200mm zoom plus the 18-55 zoom for special purposes. Using the i-zoom on the NX200 the 50-200 zoom can make a decent 11x14 print when zoomed to 616mm ( 35mm equivalent ).
         
        Avatar for Snapsort Snapsort (3:06 PM, February 01, 2012)
        Its updated now, thanks!
         
        Qwe (0:03 PM, February 01, 2012)
        Results are published in dxo marks - 
        http://www.dxomark.com/index.php/Cameras/Camera-Sensor-Database/Canon/PowerShot-G1X
         
        Avatar for Craig Lucas Craig Lucas (9:35 AM, January 11, 2012)
        I have the Nikon P7000, unreliable as hell but great when it works.
        A full SLR sized sensor in a similar camera has to be a winner!