New Canon PowerShot G1 X Compact Camera

Canon aim to give compact users DSLR level image quality and control with their latest PowerShot camera thanks to a 14.3 megapixel APS-C sized sensor and full manual controls. The Canon Powershot G1 X features a wide angle 4x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilisation and will be available from February for £699 including VAT.

Key Features:

• 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
• Available from late February, priced at £699/€799 RRP incl. VAT

The Canon PowerShot GX 1 features a large CMOS sensor and this, combined with its DIGIC 5 processing power, a new precision Canon lens and extensive manual controls make put it straight to the top of Canon's G-series line-up.

It’s Canon’s first compact camera to feature a large, 4:3 aspect, 14.3 Megapixel CMOS sensor measuring 18.7mm x 14mm – similar in height to the APS-C sensors used within EOS DSLR models. Featuring the same pixel size and structure as the EOS 600D, and a surface area approximately 6.3 times larger than the sensor in the PowerShot G12, it provides DSLR image quality in a body small enough to carry anywhere.

Designed to be highly portable, the PowerShot G1 X features a 4x optical zoom lens with a range of 28mm – 112mm which retracts into a robust metal body, providing photographers with an unimposing camera that delivers high quality images and superior handling.

The lens features a 4-stop optical Image Stabilizer (IS), allowing photographers to shoot in darker conditions and use shutter speeds up to four stops slower than would be possible without IS. The optical Image Stabilizer is supported by Intelligent IS which analyses the focal length, focal distance and type of camera movement and applies the most appropriate Image Stabilizer mode from seven possible settings: Normal IS, Macro IS, Panning IS, Powered IS (in Movie mode only), Dynamic IS, Dynamic and Macro IS and Tripod Mode. The lens also includes an in-built 3-stop Neutral Density (ND) Filter.



On-chip noise reduction ensures images are clear, even at high ISO speeds (the camera has an ISO range of 100- 12800), while a 4-channel read-out provides high speed image capture – ensuring fast, responsive performance in all conditions.

You can shoot continuously at 1.9fps or capture bursts of six full-resolution shots at 4.5fps to freeze fast-moving action. The camera also captures Full HD (1080p) movies at 24fps, via a dedicated movie button. The 4x optical zoom can be used while filming, offering versatility, while stereo sound is also captured.

The 920k dot LCD is a large (3in), vari-angle screen and a newly-integrated manual pop-up flash provides the option to add additional light to a scene, and, using the hotshoe, external Canon Speedlite flashes can also be used.

A range of advanced shooting modes are provided to assist photographers in capturing challenging scenes and situations and various additional accessories including a waterproof case that can provide protection to a depth of 40m are available for the camera.

The PowerShot G1 X is available from late February, priced at £699/€799 RRP incl. VAT.

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Canon PowerShot G1 X Specifications

Manufacturer	Canon
Lens
	Max Aperture	f/2.8 - f/5.8
	35mm equivalent	28mm - 112mm
	Optical Zoom	4x
Image Sensor
	CCD pixels	14.3Mp (Megapixels)
	Pixels (W)	4352
	Pixels (H)	3264
	Sensor Type	CMOS
	Sensor Size	1.5 inch
	Sensor Size (width)	18.7mm
	Sensor Size (height)	14mm
	Aspect Ratio	4:3 3:2 16:9 1:1 4:5
LCD Monitor
	LCD Monitor	3in
	Screen resolution	920,000
	Touch Screen	No
Focusing
	Min Focus	20cm
	Focusing modes	Autofocus Spot Face Detection AF Tracking
Exposure Control
	Shutter speeds shortest	1/4000sec
	Shutter speeds longest	60sec
	Exp modes	Program Aperture-Priority Shutter-Priority Manual Scene modes A
	Metering	Centre-weighted Spot
	ISO sensitivity	100 - 12800
	White balance	Auto Manual Outdoors/Daylight Cloudy Incandescent Fluorescent Flash Underwater
	Exposure Comp	+/-3
Shooting Options
	Continuous shooting	1.9fps
Video
	Movie mode	Yes
	Video Resolution	1920x1080 1280x720 720p 320x240 QVGA
	Video FPS	24
	Stereo Sound	Yes
	Optical Zoom with Video	Yes
Other Features
	Image Stabilisation	Yes
Interface
	HDMI	Yes
	USB	USB 2
	Wi-Fi	No
Storage
	Card Type	SD SDHC SDXC
	File Type	RAW JPG RAW + JPG
Power Source
	Battery Type	Rechargeable Li-ion Battery NB-10L
	CIPA Rating	250
Box Contents
	Box Contents	Digital Camera, Neck Strap, Battery Charger, Battery Pack, Interface Cable (USB), Software (CD-ROM), Quick Start Guide
Dimensions
	Weight	534g
	Width	116.7mm
	Height	80.5mm
	Depth	64.7mm

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