EOS M50vs PowerShot G7X Mark II
Canon
PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016)
Starting from £350 new
Best for Travel & Vlogging
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Casual & Vlogging — EOS M50 (2018): The EOS M50 is the most complete-feeling entry-level EF-M camera — built-in EVF, fully articulating screen, Dual Pixel AF, and a well-designed compact body. Its 4K video carries a significant crop and loses Dual Pixel AF, making 1080p the practical option — but for stills and casual video, it remains an excellent used-market buy.
Travel & Vlogging — PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016): The G7X Mark II is one of the most popular compact cameras ever made — and for good reason. A fast f/1.8-2.8 lens, 20MP 1-inch sensor, flip-up selfie screen, and Micro USB charging combine in one of the most vlog-friendly compact cameras available. No 4K and no EVF are the main compromises, but the G7X II remains outstanding value on the used market.
Who should buy what
EOS M50 (2018)
- Beginner photographers who want an EVF in a compact mirrorless
- Vloggers who want face-tracking AF and a flip screen
- Students stepping up to their first mirrorless camera
- Used-market shoppers wanting a well-rounded EF-M package
PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016)
- Vloggers and content creators who want a compact, selfie-screen camera
- Travel photographers who want 1-inch quality in a coat pocket
- Casual photographers stepping up from a smartphone
- Used-market buyers wanting G7X quality at a lower price
Quick take: The eos m50 has the highest resolution at 24mp. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M50 (2018) | PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £350 |
| Sensor | 24.1MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.1MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 4K/24p (crop, no Dual Pixel AF), 1080p/60p | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face and subject detection | Contrast-detect AF with face detection |
| Stabilisation | — | Optical IS (lens) |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 8fps |
| Battery Life | ~235 shots (CIPA) | ~265 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 387g (body only) | 319g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 88.1 × 58.7mm | 105.5 × 60.9 × 42.2mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.39" type | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" flip-up touchscreen (180°), 1.04M dots |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Fixed Canon 24-100mm f/1.8-2.8 (equivalent) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M50 | PowerShot G7X Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Casual | ||
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Landscape | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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