Canon G1 X Mark II review

Canon seems to have returned to top premium compact form with the updated version of its G1 X camera.

Canon G1 X II
Although there's no viewfinder built-in, an optional EVF is available if you feel the need.

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Canon G1 X Mark II

Full ISO 100 image, see the cropped (100%) versions below.

Canon G1 X Mark II

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Canon G1 X Mark II

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Canon G1 X Mark II

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