Testseek.com have collected 111 expert reviews of the Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark 3 and the average rating is 81%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark 3.
December 2017
(81%)
111 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(93%)
220 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Large sensor for excellent image performance
Sleek
Compact and lightweight
Solid build and textured finish
Intuitive
Ergonomic design
Dual Pixel CMOS AF
Vari-angle touchscreen LCD
Great noise handling
Several connectivity options
Big
APS-C image sensor
Compact body
Dual Pixel AF
EVF
Vari-angle touch LCD
Dust and moisture resistant
Very good for travel
Offers many scene modes
Excellent in low light and challenging lighting
Responsive swiveling touch screen
General photography
Landscapes and world travelers who don't mind bringing along an extra battery or two
The editors didn't like
Pricey at $1300
Largest aperture at only f2.8
Maximum zoom at 72mm equivalent
No 4K video capture
Battery life at only 200 shots
Close focusing at 10cm
Expensive
Short
Narrow aperture zoom lens
Disappointing battery life
Eye sensor active with LCD away from body
Video limited to 1080p
Lacks 4K video recording
Only 3x optical zoom
Slightly less versatile than other high-end bridge cameras
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Abstract: If you recall, the G1X Mark II had a 24-120mm f/2.0-3.9 lens. Canon decided to make a tradeoff with the G1X Mark III: bigger sensor, but with a shorter and slower lens.Though some previous PowerShots had a panorama "stitch assist" feature, the Canon G1 X...
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Published: 2017-10-16, Author: Gordon , review by: cameralabs.com
The Canon G1X Mark III is a unique camera, squeezing a large APSC sensor - the same found in the EOS 80D and EOS M5 models - into a relatively compact weatherproof body with a 3x optical zoom, built-in viewfinder, fully-articulated touchscreen, plenty of...
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