Testseek.com have collected 135 expert reviews of the Canon PowerShot G1 X and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Canon PowerShot G1 X.
February 2012
(79%)
135 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(84%)
158 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Excellent price. The image quality is excellent in RAW and good in JPEG with two caveats (see below). The lens is superb and images are pinsharp at all focal lengths. The camera is responsive
Although RAW files are slow to write.
Simple assembly
Ideal for location and studio use
Well constructed yet lightweight
Excellent image quality
Comfortable to use with extensive manual controls
Excellent image quality. Very good in-camera JPEG processing. Flip-out high-resolution LCD screen. Large
Robust body
The editors didn't like
Noise reduction in jpegs is unnecessarily aggressive. Best to shoot in RAW and process in the supplied software and turn noise reduction off. Auto white balance is not always reliable
With backlit skin tones tending to orange. There is no printed user ma
Further accessories likely to be needed
Pricey
Can be awkward if holding for extended periods of time
Not great for macros
Only 4x zoom
Lens stops down too quickly across telephoto range. Minimum focusing distance is useless for macro photography. Continuous shooting performance is not particularly quick
While it is still unknown whether Canon will enter the compact system camera market, for now the PowerShot G1 X fills this gap in the companys range. The large sensor performs extremely well, and it is enough to rival many CSCs.With a 28-112mm equivalent...
Simple assembly, Ideal for location and studio use, Well constructed yet lightweight
Further accessories likely to be needed, Pricey, Can be awkward if holding for extended periods of time
Whether you're looking for an everyday workhorse that provides complete manual control over settings or you want a more portable back-up for your current DSLR, the Canon G1 X delivers a pleasurable handling experience and is capable of producing superb r...
Cracking image quality, 14 bit raw images, sturdy build
Small viewfinder, can't shoot subjects close to lens, focus could be faster, it's rather big
Make no bones about it: the G1 X produces DSLR-like image quality. However close-focusing isn’t possible, the autofocus system feels too basic and the viewfinder is naff. If image quality is all that matters then look no further, but as a complete syst...
Published: 2012-02-17, Author: Christopher , review by: reviewed.com
It offers solid performance, but the G1 X is largely matched by smaller, cheaper options.Rarely do we see such an expensive, specialized camera make its way to the fixed-lens market. At $800, the Canon PowerShot G1 X should appeal exclusively to intermedi...
Published: 2012-02-17, Author: Christopher , review by: reviewed.com
Abstract: Canon's new PowerShot G1 X is highly reminiscent of the popular G12, but will not replace this model in the company's lineup. The G1 X represents the start of an entirely new branch of Canon cameras. The star of this show is gigantic new 1.5-inch CMOS sen...
Picture quality up to 3200 ISO, Swivel LCD, Goodquality 4x zoom lens, Burst mode 5.4 fps for 6 frames, RAW mode (14 bits)
P mode isn't fully adjustable, OVF could be more accurate and more comfortable, Screen poorly calibrated (inaccurate colours etc.), Too slow to start up, 1080 video at 24 fps only, Disappointing macro mode
While the new sensor used in Canon's PowerShot G1 X is excellent, the rest of the camera left us wanting more. While it's a perfectly respectable expert compact, we were hoping for a more impressive, higher-end affair, with a proper, top-notch optical ...
Classleading image quality for an advanced compact, Impressive high ISO performance, Super sharp lens that captures lots of detail, Variangle LCD screen adds flexibility, Useful builtin 3stop ND filter
The Canon G1X switches on and becomes ready to shoot in a fraction under four seconds which hardly makes it the fastest camera out of the blocks. Autofocus modes are limited to a user-selectable single-point FlexiZone mode with good frame coverage that ex...
Abstract: NameDigital compact camera: Canon PowerShot G1XAt a glance:Huge sensor for a compact camera,Outstanding handling,Exceptional images ,Rugged buildSummary:As a compact solution for those who don't need or want interchangeable lenses, Canon's G1X has few pee...
Abstract: Offering some of the same functionality as prosumer DSLRs, Canon’s PowerShot G-series was recently forced to undergo a transformation of sorts. The result is the G1 x.A bit of history is in order. The past few years have seen new mirrorless cameras com...
