- 4x Optical Zoom 28mm Ultra Wide-Angle lens with Optical Image Stabalizer.
- Canon's newest HS SYSTEM with a 1.5-inch, 14.3 MP High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor with DIGIC 5 Image Processor (up to 128oo ISO).
- 3.0-inch Vari-angle PureColor System LCD with 922.000 dots for shooting at a variety of angles.
- Full range of shooting and modes inlcuding 14-bit RAW + JPEG (as in Canon DSLR cameras).
- Full 1080p HD Video in Stereo Sound with a dedicated Movie Button and HDMI Output for HDTV viewing.
Product Description
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Full range of shooting and modes including 14-bit RAW
+ JPEG for ultimate creative control
From the Manufacturer
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The Pinnacle of Power
Bright, fast and more creative than ever: advanced technologies
come together for an exciting new camera that moves beyond
anything the G-Series has seen before. The Power G1 X digital
camera will inspire advanced amateurs who have embraced the
G-Series to explore new realms of photographic expression, and
give pros an excellent camera that complements their creative
demands. The new 1.5-inch High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor approaches
DSLR size, with a light-sensitive area that’s approximately 6.3
times larger than that of the Power G12 digital camera. The
new 14.3 Megapixel sensor, combined with a new lens and DIGIC 5
Image Processor, creates the HS SYSTEM that delivers image
quality previously impossible in a compact camera, with beautiful
blur, lower noise, and extraordinary resolution in low-light
shooting and can shoot at ISOs of up to 12800. The Power G1 X
also has 14-bit RAW capabilities for even greater creative
control and Full HD Video . Manual settings and
operability inherited from EOS cameras impart a high-level
shooting experience, and open the door to new creative
possibilities. Substantive luxury defines the design: a neatly
clarified sculpture with a firm grip, huge Vari-angle LCD and
optical viewfinder.
Canon DIGIC 5 Image Processor
The latest-generation Canon DIGIC 5 Image Processor brings
phenomenal increases in processing speed and power. Improved chip
architecture and algorithms deliver greatly expanded
functionality with further refinement in image quality. Improved
noise reduction produces clearer images when shooting in low
light at high ISO speeds. Enhanced i-Contrast performance adjusts
differences between light and dark areas to achieve even more
natural-looking results. The faster processing speed also results
in faster continuous shooting capability. The DIGIC 5 Image
Processor also makes possible a new, highly advanced automatic
white balance system. Whereas conventional white balance makes an
overall adjustment based on a single type of light source, the
new Canon Multi-Area White Balance analyzes several areas of the
image to determine whether different adjustments are needed, for
example, for the main subject and the background.
Canon 1.5-inch, 14.3 Megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS Sensor
Canon engineers developed a sensor for Power G1 X digital
camera that is nearly the size of an EOS DSLR camera’s APS-C
sized sensor, and built with a similar pixel structure—each pixel
site is larger, allowing more light to be captured—giving the
Power G1 X a completely different level of image quality than
compact cameras that have come before it. At 1.5 inches, the
sensor is approximately 6.3 times larger than that of the
Power G12 digital camera. This heightened degree of
sensitivity, along with 14.3 Megapixels, delivers several
distinct advantages. Noise is dramatically reduced at high ISO
speeds for clear low-light and nighttime shooting. Resolution at
low ISO speeds is incredibly rich and precise. And, most
atypically for a compact camera, the Power G1 X digital
camera allows you to create the intensely beautiful background
blur that is the hallmark of DSLR cameras.
Canon HS SYSTEM
The Canon HS SYSTEM lets you take bright, clear photos in an
even wider range of shooting situations. Beautiful low-light
s are possible with minimal noise and maximum detail in
highlight and shadow areas. The system is the result of two
technologies brought together in Power cameras: a
high-sensitivity imaging sensor, which is able to capture more
light; and the DIGIC Image Processor, which actively reduces
noise with high-speed image processing. The 14.3 Megapixel Canon
CMOS sensor in the Power G1 X incorporates advanced light
reception technology that enhances sensitivity. The new DIGIC 5
Image Processor provides a major boost in noise reduction,
expanding the usable range to an amazingly high ISO 12800. The HS
SYSTEM thus lets you use higher shutter speeds to capture clearer
images with reduced noise and blur.
Shooting and Modes Including 14-bit RAW + JPEG
The Power G1 X offers a host of shooting and modes
ranging from fully automatic to fully manual, plus Full HD movies
and full-resolution High-Speed Burst HQ at a maximum of 6
frames*. The camera recognizes 32 shooting situations,
automatically optimizing settings for achieving the highest
quality s on the go. Alternatively, you can exert complete
creative control over the look and feel of your images. 14-bit
signal processing, just as in EOS series cameras, gives images
notably rich detail and smooth gradation. Compared with 12-bit
processing, 14-bit offers a 4x increase in RAW data, makes a
visible impact, giving images rich detail in both highlights and
shadows as well as smoother, more natural tonal gradation for
outstanding image quality.
*Continuous shooting speed is 4.5 fps.
Canon Full HD Video Advantage
In addition to the HS SYSTEM, the combination of the advanced
CMOS sensor and DIGIC 5 Image Processor in the Power G1 X
digital camera makes it possible to shoot crisp, clear high
definition video. Imagine the fun and excitement of being able to
shoot spectacular 1080p Full HD video with stereo sound that you
can later watch on your HDTV or download to your computer to
share with family and friends. In addition to being able to shoot
Full HD 1080p video at 24* frames per second, the Power G1 X
digital camera can also shoot 720p HD video at 30** frames per
second.
*Actual frame rate is 23.976 fps.
**Actual frame rate is 29.97 fps.
Dedicated Movie Button, Wind filter feature and Optical Zoom for
easy video capture
It’s never been easier to shoot videos with a Power digital
camera. The Power G1 X has a dedicated movie button that lets
you start and stop instantly. There is no need to go
through layers of menus or operate switches or dials to switch to
and from video mode. The camera is always ready to
shoot stills or video whenever you want. The Power G1 X also
incorporates an electronic wind filter, which suppresses wind
noise that can muffle or distort the sound. And unlike less
sophisticated point-and-shoot cameras, the Power G1 X lets
you use the full range of optical zoom when you’re shooting a
video.
HDTV Playback via HDMI with CEC Support
It’s easy to enjoy and share the videos you shoot with the
Power G1 X. Simply connect its HDMI terminal to your HDTV
using an HDMI cable. And because the Power G1 X supports
HDMI-CEC technology, you’ll be able to control the playback of
your images and videos on any CEC-enabled HDTV using the TV’s
remote control. (CEC – Consumer Electronic Control – is part of
the HDMI specification, enabling components in a system to
communicate with one another.)
iFrame
With the Power G1 X, you can also shoot video in the Apple
iFrame format, which is a computer-friendly standard that speeds
up importing and editing of videos. It keeps file sizes small,
making it more convenient to upload or e-mail high-quality
videos. The iFrame format enjoys native support in compatible Mac
and Windows video applications, making it unnecessary to perform
time-consuming and often quality-degrading conversions.
4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom and 28mm Lens
The Power G1 X digital camera is equipped with a newly
designed 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom and 28mm lens (35mm
equivalent: 28–112mm), built with the knowledge acquired over
decades of Canon leadership in optical technology innovation.
Canon engineers specifically designed this lens to take advantage
of the Power G1 X digital camera’s exceptionally large
sensor. Bright and fast, the f/2.8 lens captures a wealth of
subtle detail, even indoors and in dark scenes, and easily covers
a full range of shooting situations. It incorporates the latest
in Canon UA lens technology, suppressing lens aberration for
outstanding image quality throughout the entire zoom range.
Images are richly expressive, from areas of highest resolution to
beautifully artistic background blurs. The wide angle gives you
more to work with in every , expanding your avenues for
creative photography. Zooming is fast and precise, and 4x power
takes you in for the close-up.
UA Lens Technology
Pioneered by Canon, UA Lens technology makes possible compact
lenses with remarkable optical performance. By using molded glass
with an ultra-high refractive index in aspherical lens elements,
Canon has succeeded in reducing lens size while significantly
reducing image aberrations. Another stellar example of
cutting-edge Canon optics, UA Lens technology helps make
Power digital cameras pocket-friendly and capable of
astounding image quality.
Optical Image Stabilizer
Handheld shooting can often lead to camera shake, making photos
and videos blurry. Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer is a
sophisticated system that shifts a lens group to correct unwanted
camera movement. It makes handheld photography more practical in
more shooting situations. For photos, it enables shooting at
slower shutter speeds, accommodating more low-light shooting
situations of up to 4 stops without having to boost ISO
sensitivity. With camera shake reduced, you get a sharper,
steadier image.
Intelligent IS
The latest advance in Canon Optical Image Stabilization
technology, Intelligent IS analyzes camera movement and applies
the best shake correction method for the shooting situation. For
stills, the system automatically selects among Normal, Panning,
Macro (Hybrid) and Tripod IS modes. When shooting video, the
system automatically selects among Dynamic, Powered, Macro and
Tripod IS modes. With Intelligent IS, you can concentrate on
image capture, letting the camera make the most effective IS
settings to assure the steadiest possible image.
Normal Panning Macro Dynamic Powered Tripod Corrects for a wide
range of camera movement when shooting stills. Panning motion is
detected so that IS does not interfere with desired camera
movement. Corrects for shift-type camera shake, which typically
occurs in (close-up) shooting. Effective for video shooting at
wide-angle focal lengths, eliminating the unwanted shaking that
typically occurs while walking. Compensates for hand movement
when shooting video at the telephoto end of the zoom range, where
camera shake is magnified. When tripod use is detected, the Image
Stabilizer is stopped because it is not needed.
3.0-inch Vari-Angle PureColor System LCD
With the Power G1 X digital camera, difficult shooting
angles won’t stop you from getting the you want. The
camera’s big 3.0-inch Vari-Angle LCD screen swivels out and
rotates, tilting up and down to give you access to the highest
and lowest angles for shooting flexibility that greatly enhances
your creative expression. You can also capture perfectly centered
self-portraits or put yourself into group s. The LCD screen’s
benefits don’t end with mobility. A resolution of 922,000 dots
gives you an unprecedented level of detail in the images you’re
composing. The high resolution level also makes it easy to read
on-screen information when you’re adjusting camera settings and
accessing information. Full-spectrum color is true and
natural. As befits a high-performance camera designed for
advanced users, the Power G1 X digital camera is equipped
with an optical viewfinder as well. Shoot SLR-style with the real
image optical zoom finder, and customize the viewfinder for your
vision with dioptric adjustment.
Electronic Level
The Power G1 X even has a built-in electronic level that
calculates the camera’s horizontal angle of tilt and displays the
information on the LCD monitor. The feature makes it easier to
capture a perfectly level every time.
High-Speed Burst HQ
Utilizing the increased processing speed and power of the new
Canon DIGIC 5 Image Processor, High-Speed Burst HQ makes it
possible to capture fast action stills at full resolution during
continuous shooting. The results are exceptionally high-quality
images recorded in rapid sequence. In this mode, the Power G1
X can capture a maximum of 6 s in a single burst.*
*The continuous shooting speed is approx. 4.5 fps.
Smart AUTO
The camera automatically selects the best shooting
settings for optimal quality based on subjects and environmental
factors to provide point-and-shoot simplicity. Program
The camera automatically and intelligently selects the
aperture/shutter speed combination based on the shooting
conditions.
Movie Digest Records a video clip before capturing a still image
and then combines one day’s worth of clips into a video.
Shutter-priority You select the shutter speed, and the camera
automatically selects the appropriate aperture. Aperture-priority
You set the aperture, controlling depth-of-field. The camera
automatically selects the shutter speed. Manual
You have complete control of exposure, selecting both aperture
and shutter speed manually. Custom Define and store your own
settings to achieve the effects you prefer. Portrait Brings the
subject into focus while beautifully blurring the background.
Landscape
Increases depth-of-field for sharp and sweeping landscape s.
Kids & Pets
The camera reduces focus time so you won’t miss those special
s. Sports The camera uses high shutter speeds to capture
fast-moving subjects. Handheld Night Scene Take clear and steady
pictures at night without the use of a tripod. Super Vivid Super
Vivid intensifies existing hues, saturating the scene with bright
colors. Color Accent Choose to retain a single color in your
image while other colors turn monochrome. Color Swap Select a
color and replace it with a color you specify for special
effects. High Dynamic Range The camera combines three different
exposures to get one evenly lit image. Nostalgic
Create the look and feel of old photographs using sepia tones
and black-and-white. Beach
Get clear s of people at a sunny beach without darkened
faces. Underwater
Capture underwater images with reduced
backscatter effect. Optional Underwater Case required. Foliage
Capture brilliant s of autumn foliage, greenery and blossoms.
Snow
Shoot clear snow scenes without darkened subjects or an
unnatural bluish tint. Fireworks Create brilliant images of
skyrocketing fireworks. Fisheye Effect Now you can get the
fisheye effect — a classic photographic distortion — without a
fisheye lens. Miniature Effect Give images a miniature look with
an effect that emphasizes perspective by blurring the top and
bottom of the image. Toy Camera Effect
Simulates photos taken with “toy” or pinhole cameras, darkening
the image at the edges to create a vignette effect. Monochrome
Choose from three single-tone effects: Black-and-White, Sepia, or
Blue. Effect
Effect combines several similar shades into one color,
turning subtle gradations into eye-catching, scene-popping
contrasts. Movie
Capture high-quality video in HD (1920 x 1080 or 1280 x 720) or
VGA (640 x 480) with audio. Easily delete unwanted clips in
playback mode. iFrame Movie
The Apple® movie format, iFrame, makes it easier and quicker to
import and upload videos while retaining high image quality.
High-Speed Burst HQ Captures fast-action s at full
resolution, providing continuous shooting when the shutter button
is held down. Smart Shutter
The camera automatically takes the photo when people smile,
wink, or get into frame. Stitch Assist Easy-to-use guidelines
simplify the shooting of aligned multiple frames that can later
be combined (using bundled software) to create panoramic photos.
Movie Digest
Creating a video* containing highlights of a family vacation or
an important occasion is a lot easier than you might think. When
you use Movie Digest on the Power G1 X, the camera will
automatically record a short video clip (up to approximately 4
seconds) every time you shoot a still image. That entire day’s
worth of clips will then be automatically combined into a single
video.
*Movie Digest videos are recorded at VGA (640 x 480) resolution
and 30 fps.
High Dynamic Range
In High Dynamic Range, the camera will shoot three different
exposures in succession and then merge them together to produce a
spectacular image with highly detailed shadow and highlight
areas.
Miniature Effect for Movies
Emphasizes perspective for a miniature effect by blurring upper
and bottom portions of videos and stills.
Actual results may vary from examples shown above.
Final image may vary depending on picture composition.
Creative Lighting Options for Pro-level Images
Compatibility with Cannon Speedlite Flashes
The Power G1 X digital camera gives you access to exciting
EOS accessories including the new Macro Light Adapter MLA-DC1,
Macro Ring Light MR-14EX, and all of the Canon Speedlite flashes,
long revered by professional photographers. The high output of
Speedlite flashes brings out the depth and texture of your images
in full, natural beauty. The ultra-lightweight Canon Speedlite
270EX II is a compact, high-performance flash unit that’s fun and
easy, with adjustable illumination angle and guide number. The
versatile new Speedlite 320EX features an LED light on the front
of the flash body that can be used to illuminate nearby subjects
in dim light, ideal for shooting video.
EOS-like Manual Shooting for Beautiful Images with Beautiful
Detail
Mode Dial and Front Dial Electronic dial
Bilevel dial
Power G1 X allows fully manual shooting to give you complete
creative control over your images. Adjustment of settings is
streamlined and intuitive, with a design based on Canon EOS
operability. A bi-level dial on top of the camera sets the mode
and allows quick adjustment of exposure compensation. An
ergonomically-placed electronic dial located on the camera’s
front provides a natural feel for control over camera settings
letting you concentrate on getting the perfect . Step-zoom
allocation is also available.
High Dynamic Range Scene Mode
Shooting in high contrast environments can often result in
photos with overexposed and underexposed sections. So to tackle
this problem, Canon developed the High Dynamic Range shooting
mode to make shooting even more intuitive. Under High Dynamic
Range* the camera will shoot three different exposures in a
succession (underexposed, overexposed and normal) and then merge
them into a single image. Underexposed areas are combined with
the overexposed and vice versa, resulting in an evenly detailed
image with flattering shadows and highlights.
*Tripod is required.
What's in the Box?
* Power G1 X Digital Camera
* Battery Pack NB-10L
* Battery Charger CB-2LC
* USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
* Lens Cap (with strap)
* Neck Strap NS-DC9
* Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM