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Canon to Stop Making Affordable Compact Camera

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According to a latest news published in Japanese business newspaper, Canon will stop making digital cameras with price less than 20,000 yen or less (less than and equal to  $195.50).

The sales volume of under $200 camera is less than 20% of total sales of Canon digital Cameras, Compact camera sales are all time down and not generating profit after the arrival of smartphones.

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Canon G1X Mark II vs Sony RX100 M2

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Canon G1X Mark II features newly developed 1..5 inch CMOS sensor and on the other hand the Sony RX100M2 features 1 inch sensor, the other major difference is the size, the size of Canon G1X is really bit bigger than your pocket slim Jeans pocket and demands a large Jacket pocket.

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Sensor size: The Canon features bigger sensor size and less megapixels compared to Sony RX100 M2,

Bigger sensor size collects more light in the sensor area compared to the smaller one and hence you get better low light performance and greater color depth.

Bigger Photodiodes in Canon G1X Mark II Sensor: Photodiodes are the part of the sensor that’s actually sensitive to light, a photodiode converts light (photons) into electricity (electrons).  Sony 1 inch sensor have approx 20 million photosites, and on the other hand the Canon G1X Mark II have 1.5 inch sensor and 12  million photosites, bigger sensor can obviously collect a lot more light per pixel –  Canon G1X Mark II is bigger and will collect more light compared to Sony RX100 M II.

 No-optical low pass filter – Sony RX100 M2 have no optical low pass filter inside hence you will get more sharp images when compared to Canon G1X Mar II

AF system: Both camera features Same contrast based AF system, but Canon comes with more AF points compared to RX100 M2. The newly developed AF system of Canon G1X Mark II is approx 2X faster than its predecessor. The PowerShot G1 X Mark II also supports 1-point and Touch AF.

Lens: Canon features more optical zoom lens than Sony, but Sony with limited zoom gives you more bit bright lens at the wide-end.

Image Stabilization: Canon features Hybrid Image Stabilization system , it include Panning IS, Macro (Hybrid) setting specifically corrects for shift-type shake, Dynamic mode IS for Video,  Powered IS active while using telephoto zoom and Active Tripod mode corrects minor amount of camera shake, Sony RX100 M2 have Optical SteadyShot image stabilization that works Active 3-Way stabilization works on clockwise and counter-clockwise movements only.

Fast Continuous Shooting Speed: Sony offers fast continuous shooting of 10fps, Canon G1X limited to 5fps only.

Display: Canon features high resolution fixed touch screen and Sony have tilting touch screen (no touch), with Canon G1X its easy to quickly access the main menus… so final choice is your which type of screen you prefer.

Both camera features built-in WiFi and NFC that enables remote shooting and wireless transfer of images .

Size and Weight: Sony RX100 M2 lighter and smaller than Canon G1X Mark II, +1  it will also comes with more battery life, suitable for travel photographers.

More Manual Controls in Canon G1X Mark II: Canon G1X Mark II comes with Dual Control Rings, inner ring is stepped and can be directed to set aperture value, shutter speed and exposure compensation and the outer, continuous ring gives you full control over the AF of the camera.

Verdict: Based on Specification Comparison review we recommend you to buy Canon G1X Mark II camera since it will give you better image quality than Sony RX100 M2 camera, but if you are a travel photographer and need a ultra slime camera for your pocket than Sony RX100 M2 is a excellent choice.

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Canon G1X Mark II vs Canon G1X

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We have dome a specification comparison review between Canon G1X Mark II and Canon G1X, the canon upgraded the core specification of Canon G1X Mare II to a new level, take a look at the details below
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New Sensor:  Canon G1X Mark II comes with a newly developed 12.8 megapixel High-Sensitivity 1.5″ CMOS sensor, the sensor is new + also have bit large photo-diodes compared to its predecessor (12 vs 14 MP) and hence it will give you better performance during low-light condition.

New Image Processor: The latest image processor of Canon G1X Mark II improves the AF speed of the camera approx 2X and also reduce the shot-to-shot shooting time lag, the new processor also comes with newly developed algo to give you cleaner JPEG/ RAW output at High ISO range.

Improved Optics: The Canon G1X Mark II have new lens, that gives you bright aperture range, better macro mode (5 vs 10 cm) and more optical zoom (4 vs 5X) compared to Canon G1X.

AF points: The Canon G1X Mark II comes with a improved AF system and more AF points, the G1X Mk II is approx 2X faster than G1X under normal condition.

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Hybrid Image Stabilization: The Canon G1X Mark II features improved image stabilization system, the newly developed Hybrid works in panning shots, Macro (Hybrid), Dynamic mode is highly effective for video work and active tripod mode corrects minor amounts of camera shake.

Display: The Canon G1X features 3.0″ 1,040k-dot capacitive touchscreen LCD  that enables touch & shoot mode, the G1X Mk II menu navigation become very much easier when compared to its predecessor.

WiFi: The G1X Mk II  built in WiFi helps you to enable remote shooting (via Canon app available for apple and andorid based smart devices) and you can also transfer your file with out wire or sync your camera card with a WiFi based databank.

Verdict: Based on the specification comparison review we highly recommend you to buy Canon G1X Mark II camera.

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Nikon P600 60X Zoom Demo and Sample Images

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Nikon P600 announced by Nikon few days ago, the Nikon P600 features 60X optical zoom and 120X digital zoom, 16.1MP CMOS Image Sensor, Full HD 1080/60i Video with Stereo Sound and Built-In Wi-Fi for remote shooting and wireless image transfer.

Nikon P600 Sample Image

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Canon G1X Mark II More Images and Full Specification

Canon-G1X-Mark-II-front-sidCanon G1X Mark II (Name is now 100% confirmed) more images and full specification details are now available, the official announcement is Just few hours away and now we have all facts related to G1X Mark II, take a look at the details below

UPDATED – Canon G1X Mark II Major Specification surfaced over web by the Japanese website

Specifications

  • 13.1 mp in 4:3 format
  • 12.8 mp in 3:2 format
  • 1.5″ CMOS Sensor
  • 3fps with AF, 5fps with focus locked
  • 24-120mm f/2-3.9
  • DIGIC 6
  • 3″ tilting touch LCD
  • Two Control Rings
  • Wifi
  • NFC
  • Creative shot
  • Multi-scene IS
  • Optional Grip
  • Optional EVF
  • Price: $799 USD

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Continue reading Canon G1X Mark II More Images and Full Specification

Canon G2X First Image Leaked

We told you earlier that Canon G2X / G1X II (Name is still not confirmed yet) Coming on 12th February (see here), the first image surfaced over the web and more to arrive as the announcement date is coming closer,

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As from the image we can see a optional EVF is attached to the upcoming Canon G2X camera and optical viewfinder is finally removed, the body look slim as Canon G16 model.

Canon G2X / G1X II Rumored Specification

  • DIGIC 6 Image Processor
  • 24 – 120mm f/2.8-5.8 lens
  • New 1.5″ CMOS sensor
  • 3.0″ LCD touch screen with 922,000 dots

At Feb 16 2014 not only Canon G1X successor is coming Canon is also rumored to announce a affordable entry level model Canon 1100D Successor (Canon 1200D?) ,

Take a look at the list of rumored camera coming on Feb 12, 2014

  • A new DSLR below the Rebel SL1
  • Canon G1 X Replacement
  • Canon PowerShot S200
  • Canon PowerShot SX280 IS, a new super-zoom compact camera
  • Possibly more PowerShot cameras

We have already published the post a month ago about Canon S200Canon S200 with a dull Specification available in Asian Countries

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We have done a quick specification comparison review between Canon S200 and Canon S120, see here – Canon S200 vs Canon S120  the S200 is available outside USA and UK (Just like Canon EOS M2) with a lo-fi specification….

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Canon G2X Coming on 12th, February 2014

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Canon will announce several new products (compact & DSLRs) just one day before the CP+ show starts, according to latest rumors Canon G2X (name is still not confirmed yet.. it may be also called G1X Mark II) rumored to be announced on February 17th,

Canon G1X leaked specification published few days ago (see here)
– Same design as Canon G1X
– DIGIC 6 Image Processor
– 24 – 120mm F2.8 (wide angle) -5.8 (telephoto) lens
– 20.2 million pixels 1.5 “CMOS
– better optical viewfinder
– 3.0 “LCD, approximately 922,000-point capacitive touch screen
– GI function

Other rumor – Entry level DSLR below 100D / SL1 coming, the new DSLR is expected to announced at CP+ show. Few lenses announcement is also expected.

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