Testseek.co.uk have collected 110 expert reviews of the Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark 3 and the average rating is 81%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark 3.
December 2017
(81%)
110 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(93%)
220 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
810100110
The editors liked
It's so small considering the sensor size
Great image quality from APS-C size sensor
Dual Pixel AF is a capable autofocus system
Built-in EVF and vari-angle toucshcreen controls
Solid dust/drip-proof construction
Small body
Large APS-C sized sensor
Vari-angle screen
Cut-above in image quality
Weatherproof build
Excellent touchscreen interface
Class-leading image quality
Excellent control layout and handling
Robust weather-resistant construction
APS-C sensor in a small body
Built-in EVF
Refined touchscreen interface
Compact size
Impressively compact
Given the sensor size
Simple but powerful smartphone connectivity
The editors didn't like
Maximum aperture quickly drops to f/5.6 which is limiting
Zoom could be snappier through the range
Autofocus won't rival a DSLR
It's obviosuly expensive
Limited zoom
Limited aperture range
Poor battery life
Battery life could be better
No 4K
Lens is a little limited in terms of creative potential
Relatively poor battery life
No 4K video recording
Limited zoom range
Battery life restrictive
Only 1080p video capture
Lens is somewhat limited in terms of creative potential
Abstract: While the Leica X Vario had the distinction of being the first APS-C (22.3 x 14.9 mm) compact with a zoom lens when it came out in 2013 -- they usually have fixed focal lengths -- no one has followed in Leica's wake with a more affordable model until now...
Over the years Canon's PowerShot G-series of compact cameras have been very popular with enthusiast photographers as they offer a level of control that they're familiar with from their SLRs.While compact camera sales have been eroded by the popularity of...
Like the EOS M5, the PowerShot G1X III is a bit of a roller-coaster ride of great highs and some lows. Again, Canon has got the fundamentals right in terms of packaging an ‘APS-C' sensor – especially its brilliant ‘Dual Pixel CMOS AF' design – into a very...
Canon has put a lot of technology into the PowerShot G1X Mark III, probably to make it competitive in the last sector of the fixed-lens compact camera that is still showing any kind of growth. AU$1629 is a lot to pay for a camera of this type but it compe...
Abstract: Top view of the PowerShot G1X Mark III. (Source: Canon.)Back view of the PowerShot G1X Mark III. (Source: Canon.)The G1X Mark III is the 21st model in a line of enthusiast-orientated compact cameras that began in 2000 with the G1 and has been remarkably s...
Abstract: Top view of the PowerShot G1 X Mark III. (Source: Canon.)Back view of the PowerShot G1X Mark III. (Source: Canon.)The G1 X Mark III is the 21st model in a line of enthusiast-orientated compact cameras that began in 2000 with the G1 and has been remarkably...
Build quality, compact, general shots, landscapes, controls
Expensive
The Canon G1 X Mark III has a compact design and solid body. It is packed with a 24MP APS-C CMOS sensor that captures beautiful images. Having the versatile focal range and tons of controls, this one is a perfect choice for an enthusiast looking for a co...
Weather-resistant body, Compact and lightweight, Dual Pixel AF works well, Good dynamic range, Fully articulating touchscreen
High price, Weak battery life, Macros are a bit soft, Intrusive noise reduction at high ISOs, No 4K video or microphone input,
Canon's G1 X Mark III is a fun little camera that offers features typically found in Canon's DSLR and mirrorless camera lineup, in a highly compact body. It does cost a premium, and at this price (or lower), you can find mirrorless cameras that offer 4K v...
