PowerShot G1 X Mark III at a glance:

• 24.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
• DIGIC 7 Image Processor
• 3x Zoom Lens, 24-72mm (35mm Equivalent)
• Built-In Electronic Viewfinder
• 3.0″ Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
• Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
• Dual Pixel CMOS AF, Image Stabilizer
• ISO 25600, 9 fps Continuous Shooting
• Built-In Wi-Fi with NFC, Bluetooth
• Dust- and Water-Resistant Construction

DPReview posted their full review of the Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III (price & specs), the company’s first PowerShot camera with an APS-C sensor and Dual Pixel AF.

From their conclusion:

[…] Canon has really gone all-in on the G1 X III. The result is an impressively well-built and compact camera with a lot going for it. The controls are well thought-out, it’s capable of fantastic image quality and the autofocus and overall performance are excellent.

[…] The G1 X III is capable of outstanding image quality. Its latest-generation Canon APS-C 24MP sensor combines with Dual Pixel autofocus to produce detailed, accurately focused images with signature Canon color and great noise performance. Even better, default sharpening and noise reduction have been improved relative to previous Canon models with this sensor and processor, and so the G1 X III produces more impressive images right out of the box than some of its interchangeable lens cousins. Read the review…

DPReview’s PowerShot G1 X Mark III sample gallery.

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Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II: [shopcountry 42946]

At a glance:

• 20.1MP 1″ High-Sensitivity CMOS Sensor
• DIGIC 7 Image Processor
• 3x Optical Zoom f/2-4.9 Lens
• 28-84mm (35mm Equivalent)
• 3.0″ 1.04m-Dot Touchscreen LCD Monitor
• Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
• Built-In Wi-Fi with NFC and Bluetooth
• Extended ISO 12800 and 8.2 fps Shooting
• Dynamic IS and Time-Lapse Video Function
• In-Camera Raw Conversion, Picture Style

DPReview posted their full review of the ultra-compact Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II. While they found a lot of good, some things did disappoint the reviewer.

From their conclusion (emphasis mine):

The PowerShot G9 X II is very appealing: it’s as small a traditionally styled camera with a 1″ sensor as you’ll find and its touch interface makes it easy to pick up and use. It has a broad feature set, generally responsive performance and shooting modes for both beginners and more advanced users.

[…] the G9 X II is let down by its lens, JPEG processing and battery life that requires buying at least one spare. If you’re set on a Canon, moving up to the PowerShot G7 X II is a smart idea, assuming that you have an extra $200 available. The Sony RX100 and RX100 II are also worth consideration, though we think that Canon offers a better user experience. Read the review…

It’s not all bad, the sensor produces “vivid, pleasing color” and there is “fast burst shooting with large buffer”. DPReview’s sample photos are here.

PowerShot G1 X Mark III at a glance:

• 24.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
• DIGIC 7 Image Processor
• 3x Zoom Lens, 24-72mm (35mm Equivalent)
• Built-In Electronic Viewfinder
• 3.0″ Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
• Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
• Dual Pixel CMOS AF, Image Stabilizer
• ISO 25600, 9 fps Continuous Shooting
• Built-In Wi-Fi with NFC, Bluetooth
• Dust- and Water-Resistant Construction

DPReview added more sample photos shot with the new Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III (specifications, and price in your country) to their sample gallery.

Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III:

PowerShot G1 X Mark III at a glance:

• 24.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
• DIGIC 7 Image Processor
• 3x Zoom Lens, 24-72mm (35mm Equivalent)
• Built-In Electronic Viewfinder
• 3.0″ Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
• Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
• Dual Pixel CMOS AF, Image Stabilizer
• ISO 25600, 9 fps Continuous Shooting
• Built-In Wi-Fi with NFC, Bluetooth
• Dust- and Water-Resistant Construction

Photography Blog posted their full review of the brand new Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III (specifications, and price in your country), Canon’s first PowerShot with an APS-C sensor and Dual Pixel AF.

From their conclusion:

Canon must have read our review of the G1 X Mark II, because all of the things that we felt were missing – the exposure compensation dial, vari-angle LCD screen and optical viewfinder – have all made a welcome return in the Mark III. We also like the fact that the Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III is weather-proof and can be powered via a USB compatible battery pack, instantly making it more appealing for frequent travellers, while the combination of front and rear control dials and the single lens control ring make it a snip to quickly set the main camera parameters. We’ve always been fans of Canon’s user interface on its DSLRs, and also now on the PowerShot G1 X Mark III.

In summary, the new Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III can be summed up in one word – premium. It’s a premium compact camera that offers premium image quality and handling, albeit with a premium price tag to match. Read the review…

I agree, asking $1,299 is a bit too much for what otherwise is a very cool and powerful compact camera. Let’s hope the price gets down in the next months (after the holidays?).

Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III: