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Well.. it is still in the rumor mill but things are starting to look more confirmed for the Canon G1X

Here are the specs

        14.3mp CMOS (1.5inch) Sensor (1/1.5″ probably)
        4x Zoom (28-112)
        f/2.5-16
        14bit RAW
        DIGIC 5
        6fps/4.5fps
        Multiarea White Balance
        HDR Mode
        FullHD 1080p Video
        720P Movie Digest Mode

http://www.togtech.com/a-sneak-leak-er-peek-at-the-canon-powershot-g1x/

9 focus points is a bit of a let down, probably similar to the 5DMk2

The sensor size is a big improvement.  Not much bigger than the other G cameras.  If it can be used for video for stock sites, I will get one.

At the moment I use a sony nex5, but if video is good on this one, I´ll consider it!

On the other hand, the UK price is £699 from WEX
http://tinyurl.com/7yuqr63
I think I'll have to pass. 

Yes. They changed it to this;

http://www.dpreview.com/previews/canong1x/

Carry everywhere camera switch a roo! Have pre-ordered the G1 X, which should become available here in Sweden at the end of February.

The year old fantastic G12 with 2-3000 shots on it and in excellent condition is for up for sale.

I've tested it - not at all radioactive

Firstly it is a Canon and it is always nicer to stay with a brand if you are happy with it and got good experience with that particular brand etc.

Secondly things like the speedlights for the 5D MkII works on the G1 X without a hitch, as well as common software for it and the 5D MkII (DPP and other bundled software).

Thirdly, it is similar in handling to the G12, so really easy to get going.

Fourthly (?) it is a Canon.

However the Panasonic GX1 looks nice enough, but I'm sticking to Canon, always have, just easier. It is like with cars...after your first Volvo you won't even look at another brand

G12 is not discontinued, which means this is a product on it's own. Price at BH is still listed as $799 - pre-order.

Really basic information for the question:

Dimensions (wxhxd): 116.7 x 80.5 x 64.7 mm
Weight: Approx. 534 grams with battery and SD card

G12 =
Dimensions (WxHxD): 112.01 x 76.20 x 48.26 mm
Weight    12.4 oz / 352 g

Shooting modes: Intelligent Auto (with Scene Detection), P, Tv, Av, M, C1, C2, Discreet,  Movie,  Special Scene  (Movie Digest, Portrait, Landscape, Kids & Pets, Sports, Smart Shutter with Smile, Wink Self-timer & Face Self-timer, High-speed Burst HQ, Handheld Night Scene, Beach, Underwater, Foliage, Snow, Firework, Stitch Assist)

Focus system: TTL Autofocus with Face AiAF, Tracking AF, Centre, FlexiZone frames; range 40 cm to infinity; macro to 20 cm

Lens: 15.1-60.4 mm, f/2.8-f/5.8 (28-112mm in 35mm format)

Image formats: Stills - CR2.RAW, JPEG (Exif 2.3), RAW+JPEG; Movies - MOV (H.264/PCM audio, 2-channel stereo)

Sequence shooting: Max. 4.5 fps for 6 frames; AF and LV approx 0.7 frames/sec

All the rest of the usual.  

Plus a question. Does anyone use any of these: built into the camera creative?

Creative Filters: High-dynamic Range, Nostalgic, Fisheye Effect, Miniature Effect, Toy Camera Effect, Monochrome, Super Vivid, Poster Effect, Colour Accent, Colour Swap

The G1X posted a 60 score on DXOMark which seems pretty impressive. My GF1 has a mid-50s score and has excellent image quality so this makes the G1X a little more interesting. Also no extra lenses to buy or carry around. But the NEX-7 is coming soon too. So many choices.

Nice But.....I think they should concentrate on Better Glass.

There's two new Sigma compacts on the way with their excellent new sensor.  They have fixed focal length lenses but are more poketable and hopefully they wont make the mistake of overpricing these.  My interest in the Canon will evaporate if Sigma price these right.

http://www.dpreview.com/news/2012/02/08/Sigma_DP1M_DP2M_Merrill_Cameras