If you're looking for a new camera as a companion or alternative to digital SLR camera, then the Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II is a
serious piece of kit that aligns Canon with some of the competition that's out
there, you can even call the successor of the PowerShot G1 X as a mini DSLR camera. You
can operate the Canon G1 X Mark II is like a DSLR camera because you can
maximize PASM; the Smart Auto button; Scene, and Movie. Canon G1 Mark II has new lens with Dual Control Rings provides customized functions with operation similar to SLR lenses and allows full-time manual focus.
The Canon G1 X Mark II has a
13.1-megapixel (12.8MP in 3:2 ratio) sensor, features Canon’s latest DIGIC 6
processor that, according to Canon, is 2.6x faster than the previous DIGIC 5
version; Focusing speeds were noticeably faster than the G1 X. This new camera
also equipped with NFC connectivity as well as Wi-Fi. The G1 X Mark II has made
a lot of sensible improvements over its predecessor. The Canon PowerShot G1 x
Mk II also features a bright f/2.0-3.9
lens that delivers excellent low light performance.
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| Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II with buil-in pop flash. Image: imaging-resource.com |
You can enjoy a 1-million dot 3-inch
LCD screen mounted on a tilt-angle bracket. The G1 X MkII's screen can flip all
the way up to face forward for selfies and its touch-sensitive panel adds yet
another additional feature compared to the original.
The G1 X Mark II also has
a new lens, and more exciting, starting at a very bright f/2.0 wide angle, and
only falling to f/3.9 at the telephoto position, despite offering more zoom
range. And there's also a new nine-bladed aperture, up from six blades in the Canon
GX 1, a change that should yield more attractive bokeh.
You can also maximize your
imagination to create a variety of creative
photo because on Canon G1 X The Mark II, there are a couple of new options
on the mode dial provides a choice of Auto, Retro, Monochrome, Special, and
Natural categories. If you want to make a movie or a video clip, then the G1 X
Mark II is Able to record 1920x1080 30p Full HD movies with stereo sound,
utilising the optical zoom if the user desires. Your pictures can be saved with
a choice of JPEG; Raw; Raw + JPEG.
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| Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II with touchscreen LCD. Image: itespresso.it |
The Canon G1 X Mark II also has been
equipped with NFC (Near-Field
Communications) technology, and built-in Wi-Fi that letting you pair the camera
to your smartphone or tablet. The buil-in
Wi-Fi enabled computer to transfer images, so you can post your images to
social networking and media sites such as Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, Flickr and now
Google Drive through CANON iMAGE GATEWAY directly from your PowerShot camera,
or save them to the online photo album.
You can also remotely control the
camera from certain Android and iOS devices, Including zoom, shutter, and
self-timer features. You can also connect directly to both iOS and Android
devices, and upload images via the free Canon CameraWindow app without a
computer.
Canon G1 X Mark II major features:
Canon 1.5-inch, 12.8 Megapixel
High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor
5x Optical Zoom plus a new f/2.0 –
f/3.9, 24mm Wide-Angle lens
Capture stunning 1080p Full HD video
with a dedicated movie button
Bright, capacitive 3.0-inch
tilt-type touch panel LCD
Optical Image Stabilizer
Built-in Wi-Fi
Built-in NFC (Near Field
Communication)
A 9-blade aperture
High Speed AF
Burst rate up to 5.2fps with less
and the removal of buffer time.
14-bit RAW + JPEG
Optional Electronic Viewfinder,
custom grip available.
If you're want to capture a view of
the night, then by placing a tripod on the G1 X Mark II, then you can use
features such as: Star Trails, Star Nightscapes, Star Time-Lapse Movies and
Star Portrait. The new Star Portrait
mode, the which consecutively takes two shots of the subject plus one of
the night sky and then merges them into a single image, enables beautiful
portraits with a starry background. By doing so you can create a variety of
beautiful pictures and creative as a professional photographers.
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| Canon G1 X Mark II in some appearances. Image: blog.bestbatt.com |
Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II is an
advanced compact camera. The GX1 Mark has Small size, large sensor, Optical Image Stabilizer, and touchscreen
LCD. The camera body strengthened with a steel chassis and aluminum metal
exterior, along with a large ergonomic grip for a professional feel, which also
makes you feel comfortable when holding and using it. You also get the full
suite of creative shooting modes, manual controls and a 14-bit RAW+JPEG
capture, which is nice in a small camera. The closest competitor of this camera
is the Fuji X100S, Sony RX100 and RX100.
If you are patient enough, then the
Canon G1 X Mark II, available in April 2014. Hopefully the price of this camera
is not too expensive, so you can use a high-end
compact camera with more enthusiasm.
