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Voyage to Awe-Inspiring Images
The PowerShot G3 X camera can be ideal for capturing and sharing all your adventures, indoors and out. With a compact, rugged design that's easy to carry, this premium camera gives you inspirational image quality through its 1.0-inch, 20.2 Megapixel* High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor, plus the power to zoom to an incredible 25x. You'll be able to capture what you see wherever life takes you: broad, majestic landscapes, virtually blur-free low-light images, and beautifully detailed wildlife. You can also capture action as it happens in beautiful 1080p Full HD video, and share your images/videos with easy Wi-Fi® connectivity, which now includes built-in NFC** for touch communication with a compatible Android™ device***. Whether you're traveling around the world or enjoying your favorite outdoor activities close to home, you'll want to pack the PowerShot G3 X camera.
Disclaimer
** Compatible with iOS versions 6.0/6.1/7.0/7.1/8.0/8.1, Android smartphone versions 2.3.3/4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0 and Android tablet versions 4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0. Data charges may apply. With the download of the free Canon Camera Connect app. This software helps enable you to upload images to social network services. Before uploading images, please be aware that image files may contain privacy-related information such as people and places. If necessary, please delete such information. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images or any information included in such images through this software.
*** Compatible with Android devices version 4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0.
1.0-inch, 20.2 Megapixel* High-Sensitivity CMOS Sensor
The PowerShot G3 X camera's 1.0-inch sensor achieves a beautiful balance between high sensitivity and high image quality. The sensor is able to collect more light in a shorter time period without the overflow that causes blown-out highlights. This means better detail and sophisticated tonal quality, with rich gradations even at high ISO speeds all the way to 12800. A high signal-to-noise ratio delivers minimal noise and distortion with breathtaking dynamic range, particularly notable in bright areas. And photography enthusiasts will appreciate the changes in image processing for the PowerShot G3 X, which include target exposure value and contrast characteristics of highlights. Thanks to this change, dynamic range in bright areas is expanded with gradation attributes that are similar to EOS. Also, by changing the exposure index standard, it is possible to shoot at almost the same brightness with the same aperture, shutter speed and ISO settings as EOS. The PowerShot G3 X natively captures images in the 3:2 aspect ratio, which is the same as Canon EOS SLR cameras. The camera's image creation technology was designed with post processing in mind, and features an Aspect Ratio function, enabling RAW image capture in 16:9, 3:2, 4:3 and 1:1 aspect ratios while maintaining the same angle of view.
Canon DIGIC 6 Image Processor
The PowerShot G3 X camera is powered by the latest iteration of Canon's proprietary processor, the DIGIC 6 Image Processor, which takes still and video image quality to a beautiful new level. Improved light sensitivity allows for higher resolution with less noise when shooting in dark conditions, and Dynamic IS now detects and compensates for tilt and parallel movement (shift blur) to create video that's exceptionally free of distortion. The DIGIC 6 Image Processor also enhances the performance capabilities of the PowerShot G3 X, powering full resolution high-speed continuous still shooting (even in P, Av, Tv and M modes) and the advanced star shooting modes. The processor allows for MP4 video recording for better compatibility with mobile devices and tablets. Highly compressed MP4 video not only preserves space on your memory card but also improves playback on mobile devices. The new processor also supports an MF Peaking function, giving you a pro-level focusing tool.
Canon HS SYSTEM
The Canon HS SYSTEM lets you take bright, clear photos as they happen, whether the light is cooperating or not. Beautiful low-light shots are possible with minimal noise and truly impressive detail in both highlight and shadow areas. The system is the result of two technologies in the PowerShot G3 X camera: the large format 1.0-inch High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor, which captures more light; and the DIGIC 6 Image Processor, which actively reduces noise at high ISO speeds up to 12800 and processes images at high speed, even at full resolution. Experience the freedom of using higher shutter speeds in far more situations, allowing you to capture images with exceptional clarity and detail.
25x, f/2.8–5.6 Optical Zoom Lens (24–600mm)
The PowerShot G3 X incorporates a powerful 25x Optical Zoom (24–600mm) lens for seamless telephoto shooting and unmatched versatility. The culmination of decades of EF lens know-how, the bright, all-new f/2.8–5.6 lens uses cutting-edge construction to prevent aberration and peripheral illumination loss over the entire telephoto range, delivering reliably high image quality with every shot. The lens's 9-blade aperture diaphragm creates beautiful circular background blur. Micro USM II drives the high-speed, silent zoom, with smooth, high-precision focusing for professional-quality video shooting.
** Compatible with iOS versions 6.0/6.1/7.0/7.1/8.0/8.1, Android smartphone versions 2.3.3/4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0 and Android tablet versions 4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0. Data charges may apply. With the download of the free Canon Camera Connect app. This software helps enable you to upload images to social network services. Before uploading images, please be aware that image files may contain privacy-related information such as people and places. If necessary, please delete such information. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images or any information included in such images through this software.
*** Compatible with Android devices version 4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0.
The PowerShot G3 X camera's 1.0-inch sensor achieves a beautiful balance between high sensitivity and high image quality. The sensor is able to collect more light in a shorter time period without the overflow that causes blown-out highlights. This means better detail and sophisticated tonal quality, with rich gradations even at high ISO speeds all the way to 12800. A high signal-to-noise ratio delivers minimal noise and distortion with breathtaking dynamic range, particularly notable in bright areas. And photography enthusiasts will appreciate the changes in image processing for the PowerShot G3 X, which include target exposure value and contrast characteristics of highlights. Thanks to this change, dynamic range in bright areas is expanded with gradation attributes that are similar to EOS. Also, by changing the exposure index standard, it is possible to shoot at almost the same brightness with the same aperture, shutter speed and ISO settings as EOS. The PowerShot G3 X natively captures images in the 3:2 aspect ratio, which is the same as Canon EOS SLR cameras. The camera's image creation technology was designed with post processing in mind, and features an Aspect Ratio function, enabling RAW image capture in 16:9, 3:2, 4:3 and 1:1 aspect ratios while maintaining the same angle of view.
Canon DIGIC 6 Image Processor
The PowerShot G3 X camera is powered by the latest iteration of Canon's proprietary processor, the DIGIC 6 Image Processor, which takes still and video image quality to a beautiful new level. Improved light sensitivity allows for higher resolution with less noise when shooting in dark conditions, and Dynamic IS now detects and compensates for tilt and parallel movement (shift blur) to create video that's exceptionally free of distortion. The DIGIC 6 Image Processor also enhances the performance capabilities of the PowerShot G3 X, powering full resolution high-speed continuous still shooting (even in P, Av, Tv and M modes) and the advanced star shooting modes. The processor allows for MP4 video recording for better compatibility with mobile devices and tablets. Highly compressed MP4 video not only preserves space on your memory card but also improves playback on mobile devices. The new processor also supports an MF Peaking function, giving you a pro-level focusing tool.
Canon HS SYSTEM
The Canon HS SYSTEM lets you take bright, clear photos as they happen, whether the light is cooperating or not. Beautiful low-light shots are possible with minimal noise and truly impressive detail in both highlight and shadow areas. The system is the result of two technologies in the PowerShot G3 X camera: the large format 1.0-inch High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor, which captures more light; and the DIGIC 6 Image Processor, which actively reduces noise at high ISO speeds up to 12800 and processes images at high speed, even at full resolution. Experience the freedom of using higher shutter speeds in far more situations, allowing you to capture images with exceptional clarity and detail.
25x, f/2.8–5.6 Optical Zoom Lens (24–600mm)
The PowerShot G3 X incorporates a powerful 25x Optical Zoom (24–600mm) lens for seamless telephoto shooting and unmatched versatility. The culmination of decades of EF lens know-how, the bright, all-new f/2.8–5.6 lens uses cutting-edge construction to prevent aberration and peripheral illumination loss over the entire telephoto range, delivering reliably high image quality with every shot. The lens's 9-blade aperture diaphragm creates beautiful circular background blur. Micro USM II drives the high-speed, silent zoom, with smooth, high-precision focusing for professional-quality video shooting.
Disclaimer
** Compatible with iOS versions 6.0/6.1/7.0/7.1/8.0/8.1, Android smartphone versions 2.3.3/4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0 and Android tablet versions 4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0. Data charges may apply. With the download of the free Canon Camera Connect app. This software helps enable you to upload images to social network services. Before uploading images, please be aware that image files may contain privacy-related information such as people and places. If necessary, please delete such information. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images or any information included in such images through this software.
*** Compatible with Android devices version 4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0.
Type
Digital camera with built-in flash, 25x Optical, 4x Digital and Approx. 100x Combined Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer
Image Capture Device
Type
20.2 Megapixel*, 1.0-inch CMOS (sensor aspect ratio: 3:2)
*Image processing may cause a decrease in the number of pixels.
Total Pixels
Approx. 20.9 Megapixels
Effective Pixels
Approx. 20.2 Megapixels
Lens
Focal Length
8.8 (W) - 220 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 24 - 600mm)
Digital Zoom
4x
Focusing Range
Auto/Manual: 2.0 in. (5cm) - infinity (W), 2.8 ft. (85cm) - infinity (T)
Normal: 2.0 in. (5cm) - infinity (W), 2.8 ft. (85cm) - infinity (T)
Macro: 2.0 in. - 1.6 ft. (5-50cm) (W)
Autofocus System
TTL Autofocus (Continuous, Servo AF), Manual Focus
Viewfinders
Optical Viewfinder
Supports Electronic Viewfinder EVF-DC1 (optional accessory)
LCD Monitor
3.2-type TFT color liquid crystal
LCD Pixels
Approx. 1.62 million dots
LCD Coverage
Approx. 100%
Aperture and Shutter
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8 (W), f/5.6 (T)
Shutter Speed
1-1/2000 sec.
15-1/2000 sec. (in Tv & M mode)
BULB, 30, 25, 20 (in M mode only)
Exposure Control
Sensitivity
Auto, ISO 125/160/200/250/320/400/500/640/800/1000/1250/1600/2000/2500/3200/ 4000/5000/6400 (When in Auto mode)
Max. ISO Speed 12800 (When in P mode)
Light Metering Method
Evaluative*, Center Weighted Average, Spot**
* Facial brightness is evaluated (Face Detect AE) in Face Detect.
** Fixed to Center, linked to AF frame
Exposure Control Method
Manual Exposure, Program Shift, Safety Shift, AE Lock
Exposure Compensation
Still Images: ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments
Videos: ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments (not available during shooting)
White Balance
White Balance Control
Auto, Day Light, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Flash, Custom1-2
Flash
Built-in Flash
Auto, On, Slow Synchro, Off
Flash Range
2.0 (60cm) - 22 ft. (6.8m) (W), 2.8 ft. (85cm) - 10 ft. (3.1m) (T)
Image brightness may diminish depending on the shooting distance.
Recycling Time
10 sec. or less (battery voltage: 7.4 V)
Flash Exposure Compensation
±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments
Shooting Specifications
Shooting Modes
C1, C2, M, Av, Tv, P, Auto, Hybrid Auto, Creative Shot*1, SCN*2, Creative Filters*3, Movie*4
*1 Portrait, Smart Shutter*4, Star*5, Handheld Night Scene, Snow, Fireworks
*2 High Dynamic Range, Nostalgic, Fish-eye Effect, Miniature Effect, Toy Camera Effect, Background Defocus, Soft Focus, Monochrome, Super Vivid, Poster Effect
*3 Standard Movie, Short Clip, Manual Movie, iFrame Movie
*4 Smile, Wink Self-Timer, Face Self-Timer
*5 Star Nightscape, Star Trails, Star Time-Lapse Movie
Photo Effects
My Colors Off, Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, Black & White, Positive Film, Lighter Skin Tone, Darker Skin Tone, Vivid Blue, Vivid Green, Vivid Red, Custom Color*
*Adjustment of contrast sharpness, saturation, red, green, blue and skin tone are available.
Self Timer
Off, Approx. 2 sec. delay, Approx. 10 sec. delay, Custom*
*Delay time (0-15 sec. (in one-second increments), 20/25/30 sec.) and number of shots (1-10 shots (in one-shot increments)) can be specified.
Wireless Control
Not available
Continuous Shooting
1) Normal in Auto/P modes: Approx. 5.9 shots/sec. (When set to One-Shot)
2) AF in P mode: Approx. 3.2 shots/sec. (When set to Servo AF)
Image Storage
Storage Media
SD/SDHC/SDXC and UHS-I Memory Cards
File Format
Design rule for Camera File system (DCF) compliant; DPOF (Version 1.1) compatible
Image Recording Format
Superfine / Fine
JPEG Compression Mode
Still Image: Exif 2.3 (DCF 2.0), RAW (Canon original: 14-bit, CR2)
Video: MP4 (Image: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264; Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC (Stereo))
Number of Recording Pixels
Still Images:
1) 16:9 - Large: 5472 x 3080; Medium 1: 4320 x 2432; Medium 2: 1920 x 1080; Small: 720 x 408;
2) 3:2 - Large: 5472 x 3648, Medium 1: 4320 x 2880, Medium 2: 2304 x 1536, Small: 720 x 480
3) 4:3 - Large: 4864 x 3648, Medium 1: 3840 x 2880, Medium 2: 2048 x 1536, Small: 640 x 480
4) 1:1 - Large: 3648 x 3648; Medium 1: 2880 x 2880; Medium 2: 1536 x 1536; Small: 480 x 480
RAW:
1) 16:9 - 5472 x 3080
2) 3:2 - 5472 x 3648
3) 4:3 - 4864 x 3648
4) 1:1 - 3648 x 3648
Videos:
Full HD 1920 x 1080: 59.94 fps
Full HD iFrame: 1920 x 1080: 29.97 fps
Full HD Star Time-Lapse Movie: 1920 x 1080: 14.985 fps / 29.97 fps
HD 1280 x 720: 29.97 fps
640 x 480: 29.97 fps
Miniature Effect: 1280 x 720: 6 fps (5x speed) / 3 fps (10x speed) / 1.5 fps (20x speed)
Miniature Effect: 640 x 480: 6 fps (5x speed) / 3 fps (10x speed) / 1.5 fps (20x speed)
Short Clip: 1280 x 720: 29.97 fps
Number of Recordable Images
Image data
| 16:9 | 3:2 | 4:3 | |||||
| File Size (KB) | 16 GB | File Size (KB) | 16 GB | File Size (KB) | 16 GB | ||
| Large (L) | SF | 7,919 | 1,951 | 9,174 | 1,686 | 8,154 | 1,897 |
| F | 4,935 | 3,114 | 5,640 | 2,729 | 5,013 | 3,075 | |
| Medium 1 (M1) | SF | 5,164 | 2,980 | 5,910 | 2,612 | 5,253 | 2,926 |
| F | 3,304 | 4,627 | 3,707 | 4,152 | 3,295 | 4,671 | |
| Medium 2 (M2) | SF | 1,095 | 13,497 | 1,819 | 8,377 | 1,617 | 9,344 |
| F | 604 | 24,296 | 1,002 | 14,724 | 890 | 16,755 | |
| Small (S) | SF | 239 | 53,992 | 281 | 48,592 | 250 | 53,992 |
| F | 143 | 80,988 | 169 | 69,418 | 150 | 80,988 | |
| RAW | RAW | 25,456 | 608 | 25,362 | 610 | 25,305 | 612 |
| 1:1 | |||
| File Size (KB) | 16 GB | ||
| Large (L) | SF | 6,116 | 2,517 |
| F | 3,760 | 4,082 | |
| Medium 1 (M1) | SF | 3,940 | 3,886 |
| F | 2,472 | 6,150 | |
| Medium 2 (M2) | SF | 1,213 | 12,459 |
| F | 668 | 22,087 | |
| Small (S) | SF | 188 | 69,418 |
| F | 113 | 97,186 | |
| RAW | RAW | 25,192 | 614 |
Note: SF=Superfine F=Fine
• The approximate number of images recordable on memory cards other than the above can be calculated by using the above figures as a reference and extrapolating accordingly.
Time of Recordable Movies
Movie data
| Shooting Modes | Pixels | Frame Rate | Movie Size (KB/sec.) | Approx. Total Movie Time Recordable to 16 GB Memory Card | Single Clip Approx. Recording Time*1 | Video Recording Bit Rate | |
| Shooting | Playback | ||||||
| Other than Below | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 59.94 fps | 59.94 fps | 4288 | 59 min. 30 sec. | 29 min. 59 sec. | Approx. 35 Mbps |
| 29.97 fps | 29.97 fps | 2945 | 1 hr. 26 min. 5 sec. | 29 min. 59 sec. | Approx. 24 Mbps | ||
| 23.98 fps*2 | 23.98 fps*2 | 2945 | 1 hr. 26 min. 5 sec. | 29 min. 59 sec. | Approx. 24 Mbps | ||
| 1280 x 720 (HD) | 29.97 fps | 29.97 fps | 992 | 4 hr. 5 min. 15 sec. | 29 min. 59 sec. | Approx. 8 Mbps | |
| 640 x 480 (VGA) | 29.97 fps | 29.97 fps | 382 | 10 hr. 22 min. 35 sec. | 1 hr. | Approx. 3 Mbps | |
| Miniature Effect | 1280 x 720 (HD) | 6 fps (5x Speed) | 29.97 fps | 195 | 21 hr. 12 min. 38 sec. | 29 min. 59 sec. | — |
| 3 fps (10x Speed) | 29.97 fps | 98 | 40 hr. 43 min. 15 sec. | 29 min. 59 sec. | — | ||
| 1.5 fps (20x Speed) | 29.97 fps | 49 | 75 hr. 43 min. 35 sec. | 29 min. 59 sec. | — | ||
| 640 x 480 (VGA) | 6 fps (5x Speed) | 29.97 fps | 73 | 52 hr. 57 min. 51 sec. | 1 hr. | — | |
| 3 fps (10x Speed) | 29.97 fps | 37 | 95 hr. 55 min. 27 sec. | 1 hr. | — | ||
| 1.5 fps (20x Speed) | 29.97 fps | 18 | 162 hr. 53 min. 25 sec. | 1 hr. | — | ||
| iFrame Movie | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 29.97 fps | 29.97 fps | 4898 | 52 min. 32 sec. | 29 min. 59 sec. | — |
| Short Clip | 1280 x 720 (HD) | 29.97 fps | 29.97 fps | 977 | 4 hr. 12 min. 55 sec. | Depends on setting*3 | — |
*1 Using an SD Speed Class 10 / UHS-I compatible memory card.
• Recording stops automatically once the file size reaches 4 GB or the memory card becomes full.
• Recording may stop unexpectedly if a memory card with a low Speed Class is used.
*2 Actual frame rate is 23.976 fps.
*3 Recording time setting can be selected from 4–6 sec.
Playback Specifications
Playback Modes File
Playback Function Menu:
Rotate, Protect, Favorites, Image Search, Resize, Cropping
Playback Menu:
Album Playback, List/Play Digest Movies, Slideshow, Erase, Protect, Rotate, Favorites, Photobook Set-up, i-Contrast, Red-Eye Correction, Cropping, Resize, My Colors, Face ID Info, Transition Effect/Transition, Index Effect, Scroll Display, Group Images, Auto Rotate, Resume, Set Touch Actions, Set Shortcut button, Print Settings
Erasing Specifications
Erase Modes
Select Image, Select Range, Select All Images
Interfaces
Other
SD memory card slot; direct connection to Canon SELPHY, PIXMA Photo Printers & PictBridge compatible printers
Power Source
Battery Pack NB-10L, AC Adapter Kit CA-PS700 (ACK-DC80)
Shooting Capacity
Approx. 300 shots with Screen On
Approx. 240 shots with Viewfinder On and displayed in EVF-DC1
Approx. 410 shots with ECO Mode
Playback Time
Approx. 6 hr.
Physical Specifications
Operating Temperature
32-104°F/0-40°C
Operating Humidity
10-90%
Dimensions (W x H x D)
4.85 x 3.01 x 4.15 in. / 123.3 x 76.5 x 105.3mm
Weight
1.62 lb. / 733g (including battery and memory card)
1.52 lb. / 690g (camera body only)
Disclaimer
** Compatible with iOS versions 6.0/6.1/7.0/7.1/8.0/8.1, Android smartphone versions 2.3.3/4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0 and Android tablet versions 4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0. Data charges may apply. With the download of the free Canon Camera Connect app. This software helps enable you to upload images to social network services. Before uploading images, please be aware that image files may contain privacy-related information such as people and places. If necessary, please delete such information. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images or any information included in such images through this software.
*** Compatible with Android devices version 4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0.
Disclaimer
** Compatible with iOS versions 6.0/6.1/7.0/7.1/8.0/8.1, Android smartphone versions 2.3.3/4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0 and Android tablet versions 4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0. Data charges may apply. With the download of the free Canon Camera Connect app. This software helps enable you to upload images to social network services. Before uploading images, please be aware that image files may contain privacy-related information such as people and places. If necessary, please delete such information. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images or any information included in such images through this software.
*** Compatible with Android devices version 4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0.
PowerShot G3 X Contents
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(USB Cable, SD Card and Solutions Disk Not Included) |
Disclaimer
** Compatible with iOS versions 6.0/6.1/7.0/7.1/8.0/8.1, Android smartphone versions 2.3.3/4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0 and Android tablet versions 4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0. Data charges may apply. With the download of the free Canon Camera Connect app. This software helps enable you to upload images to social network services. Before uploading images, please be aware that image files may contain privacy-related information such as people and places. If necessary, please delete such information. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images or any information included in such images through this software.
*** Compatible with Android devices version 4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0.
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