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Battle of the super compacts
Sony's RX100mkIII and Canon Powershot G1XmkII go head-on on the race to determine which is the supreme compact camera
IT'S a Sony!
The RX100mkIII is the compact camera to lookout for photography enthusiasts.
Since the introduction of the RX100mkI, this camera has gotten better and is held in high regards among amateur and professional photographers.
It's Carl Ziess zoom-lens delivers crisp clear photos and remains bright throughout different focal lengths.
This means you can capture images in tough and demanding lighting situations without sacrificing the clarity and quality of the images.
The mkIII is the latest incarnation of the RX100 and had received rave reviews internationally.
This high-end compact camera is WiFi and NFC-enabled for mobile devices, which means that if you are on the move, you can upload photos without a laptop or desktop computer.
The Sony RX100mkIII retails at USD$798.00 (RM2,600).
ENTER the MKII
Canon camera announced the successor to their Powershot G1X in the first-quarter of 2014.
And it's a completely new camera featuring a faster zoom lens. It has a maximum aperture of F2.0 and an impressive zoom focal length of 24-120mm.
This allows photographers to capture a wide variety of subjects far and wide.
The G1XmkII also features WiFi capabilities and optional accessories such as an electronic viewfinder and a custom hand grip adds its versatility as a back-up camera for professionals.
The G1XmkII carries a retail price of RM2,899 and is available from Canon concept stores throughout the country.