Panasonic LX7 test is done at french website focus Numerique (computer translated), we have selected three camera Panasonic LX7, Sony RX100 and Canon G1 X for comparison review.
The Canon G1 X have the biggest 1.5″ (18.7 x 14 mm) sensor, after that Sony RX 100 with 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) and finally Panasonic Lumix with 1/1.7″ (7.44 x 5.58 mm) sensor.
The Panasonic LX7 comes at $150 less than Sony RX 100 and approx $199 less than Canon G1 X, so we have to keep the sensor size and price difference in our mind before we see the test result.
Both camera are made for pro shooters, see the specification comparison review of both the compact camera below and share your though with us,
Sensor and image processor: Canon G1 X features 14 Megapixel 1.5 inch CMOS sensor and DIGIC V image processor, with the big sensor and advance image processor you get better ISO range and less noise in your images. Sony RX 100 features 20 Megapixel 1 inch sensor and latest generation of Bionz image processor, but Sony RX100 sensor is small compared to Canon G1 X.
Noise Levels & Dynamic Range: Large sensors with larger pixels produce low noise, more details and higher dynamic range, See the High ISO image comparison between Canon G1 X and Sony RX 100.
The ISO: The standard ISO range of Sony RX100 is limited to 6400, after that you have to use Multi Frame NR, 12800 and 25600 settings are achieved through combining Multi Frame Noise Reduction. In Canon G1 X you get standard ISO range from 100 to 12800.
Lens: Sony RX 100 features bright F1.8 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens with 3.6x zoom optical zoom and better macro mode, canon features bit bigger 4x Optical Zoom.
Shutter – The Canon G1 X offers more wide shutter range compared to Sony Rx100,
Shutter Type
Continuous shooting
Shutter
Min
Max
Sony RX 100
Mechanical
2.5, 10 fps
30 sec
1/2000 sec
Canon GX 1
Mechanical
1.9 fps
60 sec
1/4000 sec
Video – Both the camera offers Full HD video recording, Canon G1 X Full HD video recording is limited to 30 fps only and Sony RX 100 supports 60fps at Full HD.
Display – The Canon G1 X comes with Fully articulated 3″ Color LCD with 920,000 screen dots, The Sony RX 100 features with Fixed 3″ Color LCD with 1,228,800 screen dots.
View finder – Canon G1X features Optical viewfinder, No viewfinder available in Sony RX 100.
Pocketable – Sony RX 100 easily fits in jeans pocket but Canon G1 X need a Jacket pocket, Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 is approx 13% (15.1 mm) narrower, 45% (28.8 mm) thinner and 28% (22.4 mm) shorter than Canon PowerShot G1 X.
Sony Rx 100 is fast compared to G1 X: Sony RX 100 has high-speed autofocus that locks onto a subject in as quickly as 0.13 seconds, The shot to shot time of RX 100 is approx 0.36 second only whereas the shot to shot time of Canon G1 X is approx 2.67 seconds.
Overall conclusion: With Canon G1 X you get vari-angle display, optical view-finder and more standard ISO range / better low-light performance with Sony RX 100 you get Fast AF performance, more resolution, better video & macro mode in a ultra compact size body.
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Sony RX 100 comes with 1 inch, 20.2 MP Exmor CMOS sensor and Canon G1 X comes with 1.5-inch, 14.3 MP CMOS sensor, the resolution on Sony RX 100 is more where as Canon G1 X have large sensor & big photodiodes (due to low resolution) and we know that BIG photodiodes creates LESS NOISE and capture more details,
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The Canon G1 X ISO standard ISO range is 100-12800, Sony RX 100 standard ISO 100-6400, ISO 12800 and higher settings are achieved through combining Superimposing technology and By Pixel Super Resolution technology. Canon G1 X images showing bit more details in the test. Specification comparison review of both the camera is coming soon.
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At high ISO test done by dpinterface.com Canon G1 X showing a significantly less amount of noise than the Canon EOS 7D DSLR, Canon G1X comes with a 2.5 inch sensor and canon 7D sensor is approx 27% larger than the Canon G1 X, both cameras are almost even in terms of pixel density.
Lens used on the Canon 7D was the Canon EF 24-70 mm f2.8L USM, Images displayed below are JPEGs out of the camera, not RAW.
Read the Canon G1 X vs. Nikon V1 vs. Panasonic GX1 review to find out the best camera for you.
Sensor and image processor
Canon G1 X uses newly developed 1.5 inch 14.3 CMOS sensor with DIGIC V image processor, with the new sensor and image processor you get more dynamic range, better ISO range and less noise in your images.
Panasonic uses 16 megapixel M 4/3 sensor and venus FHD image processor, the Venus FHD processor is the same processor used in GH2 / GF2 / GF3 / G3 mirrorless cameras.
Nikon V1 uses a small CX format sensor but very fast Expeed 3 image processor, you get Continuous shot up to 60 Shot/Sec.
Noise Levels & Dynamic Range: Large sensors with larger pixels produce low noise and higher dynamic range.
ISO: The ISO rating on Nikon 1 is limited to 6400, Panasonic Lumix GX1 ISO range is 160 to 12800 and Canon G1 X ISO range is 100 to 12800, the overall ISO range of Canon G1 X is better compared than the Nikon V1 and Panansonic Lumix GX1.
Auto Focus: Nikon V1 uses Hybrid AF system with both phase and contrast detection with 135 AF points, Panasonic GX1 features 23 AF point with contrast detection and Canon G1 X uses contrast detection AF system and comes with only 9 AF points
Shutter Speed – If we look at the type of shutter and image processor used in all these three camera, the Nikon V1 comes out as a clear winner
Shutter Type
Continuous shooting
Shutter
Min
Max
Nikon 1
Mechanical + Electronic
10 fps – Mech. Shutter60fps – Elect. shutter
30 sec
1/16000 sec
Lumix G1X
Mechanical
4.2 fps
60 sec
1/4000 sec
Canon GX 1
Mechanical
1.9 fps
60 sec
1/4000 sec
Lenses Many options available with Panasonic Lumix GX1, you get wide range of high quality optics including fast prime lenses.
The Canon G1 X comes with a compact 4X optical zoom lens, the Nikon 1 have very limited range of Nikon 1 Lenses.
Pocketable: Canon G1 X with fixed 4X optical Zoom Lens and Panasonic Lumix GX1 with collapsible kit zoom can easily fit in your jacket pocket, Nikon 1 lenses are big and need more space / travel bag.
Video: Both Nikon and Panasonic and Lumix offer Full HD Video recording at 60 fps, Canon G1 X Full HD video recording is limited to 30 fps only.
Display: The Canon G1 X comes with Fully articulated 3″ TFT PureColor II LCD with 920,000 screen dots, The Panasonic GX1 features with Fixed 3″ TFT Touch Screen Color LCD with 460,000 screen dots and finally Nikon V1 with Fixed 3″ TFT LCD with 920,000 screen dots.
View finder: Canon G1X features Optical viewfinder, Nikon V1 have Electronic viewfinder and Panasonic Lumix GX1 have optional Electronic viewfinder.
Conclusion:
Canon G1 X is the best compact camera ever made, highly recommended for event shooters, photojournalist, nature & Landscape photographers, In a very tight compact body you get 1.5inch sensor, ISO up to 12800 and high quality 4X optical zoom lens.
Panasonic GX1, Comes with bit smaller sensor compared GX 1 features better video mode and new X series of contractible zoom lens are highly optimized for video shooting, , with four third format you also get a wide range of high quality optics including fast prime lenses.
Nikon 1 system is highly recommended for sports & Action Photographers, it features advance AF system and continuous shooting up to 60fps, but remember the sensor size is small compared to Canon G1 X and Panasonic GX1 (you get limited dynamic and ISO range).
Many new reviews and mixed reaction coming out about the new Canon G1 X, the sensor is approx 1.5 inch large and bigger than the current Nikon 1 system and Micro Four third format.
Canon G1X Sensor Size
The Red Square shows the sensor size of Canon G1 X camera
Canon Powershot G1 X tested in the real world, by digitalrev
Review from photography blog
if you want an all-in-one fixed-lens camera that offers a tried and trusted user interface, excellent image quality, full HD video and a versatile screen, the Canon Powershot G1 X is easy to recommend.
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Final verdict from Techradar
The Canon G1 X impresses on all fronts, delivering excellent handling and great results across its comprehensive range of exposure modes. Pricey it may be, but this camera’s real-world performance goes a long way towards justifying its price tag.
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theverge Wrap-Up of Canon G1 X
if you already own the serious equipment and just want a camera you can toss into a purse or backpack without sacrificing a lot of quality, the G1 X should suit you pretty well………
There’s a lot to get used to about the G1 X, especially with the viewfinder, but I can definitely see this camera being a travel-friendly second camera for a 5D or D4 owner. It’s also compatible with most of Canon’s EOS accessories, so Canon DSLR owners will be able to use speedlite flash attachments and the like with the G1 X. view more at theverge
Canon G1 X first High ISO Test done by Focus Numerique(French website), Canon G1 X images have less noise than the Panasonic Lumix GX 1 system and the noise level of Canon G1 X look very similar to Sony NEX 5N, see the High ISO samples below,
The Performance of Canon G1 X Compact camera look very similar to Sony NEX 5N @ ISO 3200
The Canon G1 X 1.5 inches, the sensor is approximately, 6.3 times larger than that of the PowerShot G12 digital camera.
Canon G1X Sensor Size
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The Red Square shows the sensor size of Canon G1 X camera, the sensor of Canon G1 X is bit smaller than APS-C sensor used in canon 600D or 60D DSLR, the pixel structure of Canon G1 X camera is similar to canon EOS DSLR sensors, each pixel site is larger that enables G1 X sensor to capture more light.
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