

But the Canon isn't a disappointment like the original G1 X, so it's worth a look if you're considering a large-sensor compact camera.ĭesign and Features At 2.9 by 4.6 by 2.6 inches (HWD) and a hefty 1.2 pounds, it's almost a misnomer to call the G1 X Mark II a compact anything, yet alone a camera. The RX100 II keeps its place atop the heap in part due to ergonomics-the G1 X Mark II is a little awkward to hold and use-and in part because, even though its sensor is smaller, it holds its own in terms of image quality.
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But even with its collapsible lens, the 12.9-megapixel G1 X Mark II is a bit too bulky to fit into a pants pocket, which makes it less portable than our favorite premium zooming compact, our Editors' Choice Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II ($249.00 at Amazon). Its 1.5-inch image sensor is larger than you'll find in a Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera, but a bit smaller than the APS-C chip found in SLRs and the Leica X Vario ($2,950.00 at Amazon) zoom, which it's similar to in terms of design, but with a lens that's physically deeper. The Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II ($799.99) is a camera that doesn't fit snugly into any specific category, which makes it interesting, if a bit difficult to evaluate.
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