The PowerShot G3 X is a premium superzoom with a 1"-type, 20MP BSI-CMOS sensor. This sensor, along with Canon's DIGIC 6 processor, permits an ISO range of 125-12800. The G3 X sports an F2.8-5.6, 24-600mm equivalent lens with 'Intelligent' image stabilization and its rugged body is sealed against dust and moisture. The autofocus system has 31 points and Canon claims a burst shooting speed of 5.9 fps.
The G3 X features a full suite of manual controls, including Raw support and a hot shoe, and there are numerous customizable controls, including the focus ring around the lens. The back of the camera features a tilting 3.2" LCD with 1.62M dots and touch functionality (an electronic viewfinder is optional). Video is recorded at 1080/60p with manual exposure control and mic and headphone jacks. As with most cameras these days, the G3 X also has built-in Wi-Fi with NFC.
Body type | SLR-like (bridge) |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 |
Effective pixels | 20 megapixels |
Sensor size | 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS |
ISO | Auto, 125-12800 (expands to 25600 |
Focal length (equiv.) | 24–600 mm |
Optical zoom | 25× |
Articulated LCD | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2″ |
Screen dots | 1,620,000 |
Min shutter speed | 30 sec |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 sec |
Format | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
Weight (inc. batteries) | 733 g (1.62 lb / 25.86 oz) |
Dimensions | 123 x 77 x 105 mm (4.84 x 3.03 x 4.13″) |
GPS | None |