Canon PowerShot G1 X vs Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot G1 X and the Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Canon PowerShot G1 X was introduced in March 2012 and Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II was introduced in February 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot G1 X over Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II over Canon PowerShot G1 X.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Canon PowerShot G1 X and Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II have 3.0" screens with 920k dot and 1,040k dot resolutions respectively. Canon PowerShot G1 X has a Fully Articulated screen which makes it selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting. Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Viewfinder

Canon PowerShot G1 X has a built-in Optical (tunnel) viewfinder. It has a 77% coverage.Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II does not have a built-in viewfinder but an optional electronic viewfinder can be attached.

Canon PowerShot G1 X features a 14.3 megapixel 1.5-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 18.7 x 14 mm and a total area of 261.8 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800. Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II features a 12.8 megapixel 1.5-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 18.7 x 14 mm and a total area of 196 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800.

Canon PowerShot G1 X is equipped with DIGIC 5 processor and can take pictures up to 4352 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4352 x 2248, 4352 x 2904, 3264 x 3264, 3072 x 2304, 3072 x 1728, 3072 x 2048, 2608 x 3264, 2304 x 2304, 1920 x 1080, 1840 x 2304, 1600 x 1200, 1600 x 1064, 1200 x 1200, 960 x 1200, 640 x 480, 640 x 360, 640 x 424, 480 x 480, 384 x 480 with 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II is equipped with DIGIC 6 processor and can take pictures up to 4160 x 3120 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4352 x 2904, 4352 x 2448, 3120 x 3120, 2496 x 3120, 3072 x 2304, 3072 x 2048, 3072 x 1728, 2304 x 2304, 1840 x 2304, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1368, 1920 x 1080, 1536 x 1536, 1232 x 1536 with 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II

Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II

Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Canon PowerShot G1 X has a Mini HDMI and Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II has an HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Canon PowerShot G1 X comes with NB-10L battery pack with battery life of 250 shots and Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II comes with NB-12L battery pack with battery life of 240 shots.

External Storage Slots

Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Canon PowerShot G1 X, and up to 1/4000 sec on Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II. Canon PowerShot G1 X can shoot continuously up to 1.9 fps. Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II can shoot continuously up to 5.2 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.00 m via hot shoe EX series Speedlites, Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX, Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX on Canon PowerShot G1 X and 6.80 m on Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount..

Canon PowerShot G1 X body has dimensions of 117 x 81 x 65 mm (4.61 x 3.19 x 2.56") and Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II body has dimensions of 116 x 74 x 66 mm (4.57 x 2.91 x 2.6"). Canon PowerShot G1 X weighs 534 g (1.18 lb / 18.84 oz) and Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II weighs 553 g (1.22 lb / 19.51 oz).

Canon PowerShot G1 X

Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II

117 mm

81 mm

116 mm

74 mm

81 mm

74 mm

65 mm

66 mm