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Canon PowerShot G1 X

Introduced in 2012

The original PowerShot G1 X introduced a notably large 1.5-inch sensor to a compact fixed-lens camera. Its larger imaging area and traditional enthusiast controls make it an interesting choice for photographers prioritising still image quality.
Canon PowerShot G1 X

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Technical Specifications

Technical information for the Canon PowerShot G1 X.

Manufacturer
Canon
Model
G1 X
Release year
2012
Sensor
1.5-inch CMOS
Effective resolution
14.30 megapixels
Lens
28-112mm equivalent, f/2.8-5.8
Optical zoom
4x optical
Video recording
Full HD 1080p
Display
3-inch vari-angle LCD
Connectivity
USB, HDMI
Weight
534g including battery and memory card
Dimensions
116.7 x 80.5 x 64.7mm

Key Features

✓ 14.3MP 1.5-inch CMOS sensor
✓ 4x optical zoom
✓ 28-112mm equivalent lens
✓ Vari-angle LCD
✓ Optical image stabilisation
✓ Full HD video
✓ RAW support
✓ Manual exposure controls
✓ DIGIC 5 image processor
✓ 1.5-inch CMOS sensor, approximately 14.3MP
✓ 4x optical zoom, 28-112mm equivalent

Advantages

  • + Large sensor for its generation
  • + RAW recording
  • + Articulating screen
  • + Enthusiast controls

Limitations

  • − Relatively bulky
  • − Slower operation than newer models
  • − Limited telephoto reach

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