PowerShot G7X Mark IIvs X-E4
Canon
PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016)
Starting from £350 new
Best for Travel & Vlogging
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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.
Compact Street & Travel Photography — X-E4 (2021): The X-E4 is for photographers who want the minimum camera that still delivers maximum image quality. If you love shooting from the rear screen and want the smallest possible X-mount body, this is your camera. If you need a viewfinder or IBIS, look at the X-S20 or X-T30 II.
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
X-E4 (2021)
- Street photographers who prioritise portability and discretion
- Travel photographers packing minimally
- Fujifilm fans who shoot primarily from the rear screen
- Anyone who wants the X-Trans sensor in the smallest possible body
Quick take: The x-e4 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the powershot g7x mark ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016) | X-E4 (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £699 |
| Sensor | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI CMOS | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV |
| Resolution | 20.1MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-motion, F-Log |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with face detection | Phase-detect, 425 points, face/Eye detection |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS (lens) | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~265 shots (CIPA) | ~460 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 319g (with battery and card) | 364g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 105.5 × 60.9 × 42.2mm | 121.3 × 72.9 × 32.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | None — rear screen only (EVF accessory available) |
| Screen | 3.0" flip-up touchscreen (180°), 1.04M dots | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.62M dots |
| Mount | Fixed Canon 24-100mm f/1.8-2.8 (equivalent) | Fujifilm X-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | PowerShot G7X Mark II | X-E4 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Video | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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