Canon G1X Specifications

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Model Name:	Canon PowerShot G1 X
Prices:
Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:
Successor:	Canon G1X Mark II G1X vs G1X Mark II
General
Model Number:	G1X
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Mid-Sized
Currently Manufactured:	No
Retail Price:	$799.99
Street Price:	$575.66
Date Available:	2012-02-15
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	19.2 oz (543 g) includes batteries
Size:	4.6 x 3.2 x 2.5 in. (117 x 81 x 65 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CMOS
Sensor Manufacturer:
Effective Megapixels:	14.3
Sensor Format:	1.5 inch
Sensor size:	261.8mm² (18.70mm x 14.00mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	4.30 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	n/a
Aspect Ratio:	4:3
Color Filter Type:	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:
Self-Cleaning:	No
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No
DxO Sensor Score:	60
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):	21.7
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):	10.8
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):	644
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	4352 x 3264 (14.2 MP, 4:3), 4352 x 2904 (12.6 MP, 3:2), 4352 x 2448 (10.7 MP, 16:9), 3264 x 3264 (10.7 MP, 1:1), 3072 x 2304 (7.1 MP, 4:3), 3072 x 2048 (6.3 MP, 3:2), 3072 x 1728 (5.3 MP, 16:9), 2304 x 2304 (5.3 MP, 1:1), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1600 x 1200 (1.9 MP, 4:3), 1600 x 1064 (1.7 MP, 3:2), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3), 640 x 424 (0.3 MP, Other), 640 x 360 (0.2 MP, 16:9), 480 x 480 (0.2 MP, 1:1), 2608 x 3264 (8.5 MP, Other), 1840 x 2304 (4.2 MP, Other), 960 x 1200 (1.2 MP, Other), 384 x 480 (0.2 MP, Other)
Image File Format:	JPEG (EXIF 2.3), 14-bit RAW (.CR2), RAW+JPEG
Continuous-mode frames/second:	4.5
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes
Movie Resolution:	1920x1080 (24p) 1280x720 (30p) 640x480 (30p)
Movie File Format:	MOV (Image: H.264, Audio: Stereo Linear PCM)
Composite Video Out:	Yes
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	Yes
Video Usable as Viewfinder:
HD Video Out:	Yes
HD Video Connection:	HDMI

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	n/a
Lens:	Canon Zoom Lens
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):	28 - 112mm
Focal Length (actual):	15.1 - 60.4mm
Zoom Ratio:	4.00x
Aperture Range:	f/2.8 (W) / f/5.8 (T) - f/16, with built-in ND filter
Integrated ND Filter:	Yes
Normal Focus Range:	40 cm to Infinity 15.7 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:	20 - 70 cm 7.9 - 27.6 in
Filter Thread:	58.0mm
Thread Type:	Adapter
Optical Image Stabilization:	Yes
Digital Zoom:	Yes
Digital Zoom Values:	Up to 4x
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	Contrast Detect AF with Face Detection; 9-point AiAF, 1-point (center for face select and track)
Auto Focus Assist Light?	Yes
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	Optical / LCD
Viewfinder Type:	Real-image optical viewfinder with diopter adjustment
Focus Peaking:	No
EVF Resolution:	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	Yes
Rear Display:	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	3.0
Rear Display Resolution:	921,600 dots (307,200 px)
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	Yes
Tilt Swivel Screen:	Yes
Selfie Screen:	Yes
Max Playback Zoom:
Top Deck Display:	No

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	12800
Minimum ISO (native):	100
ISO Settings:	Auto, 100 to 12800 in 1/3 EV steps
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Flash, Custom 1/2, Underwater
Shutter Speed Range:	1/4000 - 60 sec
Bulb Mode:	No
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	Evaluative, Center-weighted average, Spot, Face Detect AE
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	Movie Digest, Portrait, Landscape, Kids & Pets, Sports, Smart Shutter, High-Speed Burst HQ, Handheld Night Scene, Beach, Underwater, Foliage, Snow, Fireworks, Stitch Assist; Creative Filters: High Dynamic Range, Nostalgic, Fish-eye Effect, Miniature Effect, Toy Camera Effect, Monochrome, Super Vivid, Poster Effect, Color Accent, Color Swap
Self Timer:	1 - 30 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes
Flash Modes:	Auto, Auto w/Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On w/Red-eye Reduction, Flash Off; FE lock, Safety FE, Slow Synchro, Second-curtain synchro
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	n/a
Flash Range Description:	Auto ISO: 1.6-23 ft. (W), 3.3-10.2 ft. (T) (50cm-7.0m (W), 1.0-3.1m (T))
Max Flash Sync:
Flash Exposure Compensation:	+/- 2.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	Hot-Shoe
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC / SDXC
UHS Support:	No UHS support
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No
RAW Capture Support:	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	14-bit RAW (.CR2), RAW+JPEG
Movie File Format:	MOV (Image: H.264, Audio: Stereo Linear PCM)
Included Memory:	No memory included
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No
NFC:	No
Bluetooth:	No
Built-In GPS:	No
Microphone Jack:	No
Headphone Jack:	No
External Connections:	USB 2.0 High Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	Yes
DPOF Compliant:	Yes
Remote Control:	Yes
Remote Control Type:	Optional RS-60E3
Connections (extended):	Mini HDMI, remote jack (for optional RS60-E3 wired remote switch)

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):	2.67
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):	3.46
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):	Unlimited
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):	3.57
Camera penalizes early shutter press?	No
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	4.5
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	6
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):	1.1
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):	Unlimited
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):	0.8
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):	Unlimited
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):	0.70 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):	0.68 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):	0.412 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):	1.16 seconds
Shutter Lag (prefocused):	0.094 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):
Startup Time:	1.9 seconds
Play -> Record Time:	2.2 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:	5.9 seconds
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):	250 shots
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary NB-10L
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary NB-10L Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:	Yes
Internal Charging Supported:	No
Software
Included Software:	Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
OS Compatibility:	Windows XP SP3/Vista/7, Mac OS
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	Optical Image Stabilization, 1.5-inch 14-megapixel CMOS sensor, DIGIC 5, HS System, Full HD Video (1080p24), 14-bit RAW, High-Speed Burst HQ (4.5 fps for 6 frames), HDR mode, Flash Hot-shoe.