PowerShot G7X Mark IIvs PowerShot G7X Mark III
Canon
PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016)
Starting from £350 new
Best for Travel & Vlogging
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Canon
PowerShot G7X Mark III (2019)
Starting from £749 new
Best for Vlogging, content creation & travel video
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you 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.
Vlogging, Content Creation & Travel Video — PowerShot G7X Mark III (2019): The finest vlogging compact available — pocket-sized 4K, a flip screen, mic input, and USB live streaming in one remarkably capable package.
Who should buy what
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
PowerShot G7X Mark III (2019)
- Vloggers and content creators who need 4K video, a flip screen, and a mic input in a pocket-sized camera
- Travellers who want the best possible compact video quality without carrying an interchangeable-lens system
- Live streamers who want USB streaming capability built into a compact camera
- Smartphone upgraders who want significantly better video quality in something nearly as pocketable
Quick take: The powershot g7x mark ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016) | PowerShot G7X Mark III (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £749 |
| Sensor | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI CMOS | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI-CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.1MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p — no crop in 4K |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with face detection | Dual Pixel CMOS AF — fast, reliable, with Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS (lens) | Optical IS — lens-based |
| Burst Rate | 8fps | 20fps (with fixed AF/AE) |
| Battery Life | ~265 shots (CIPA) | ~235 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 319g (with battery and card) | 304g |
| Dimensions | 105.5 × 60.9 × 42.2mm | 105.5 × 60.9 × 41.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Screen | 3.0" flip-up touchscreen (180°), 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully tilting touchscreen (180° flip for self-facing) |
| Mount | Fixed Canon 24-100mm f/1.8-2.8 (equivalent) | Fixed 24-100mm equivalent f/1.8-2.8 lens |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic jack, USB live streaming |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | PowerShot G7X Mark II | PowerShot G7X Mark III |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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