PowerShot G7X Mark IIvs M10
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.
Street & Documentary — M10 (2017): The M10 returned Leica to its roots — thinner, cleaner, and video-free by design. The 24MP sensor is the perfect resolution for a manual-focus rangefinder. The simplified control layout respects the M tradition without digital clutter. A camera for photographers who want to slow down and engage with every frame. One of the most satisfying cameras to use — assuming you have M-mount glass to pair with it.
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
M10 (2017)
- Serious photographers who want to slow down
- Street and documentary photographers
- Leica M-mount lens owners
Quick take: The m10 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the powershot g7x mark ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016) | M10 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £4,000 |
| Sensor | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI CMOS | 24MP Full-Frame CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.1MP | 24.0MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | — |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with face detection | Manual focus (rangefinder coupled) |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS (lens) | None |
| Burst Rate | 8fps | 5fps |
| Battery Life | ~265 shots (CIPA) | ~220 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 319g (with battery and card) | 660g (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 105.5 × 60.9 × 42.2mm | 139 × 80 × 38.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | Optical rangefinder, 0.73× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" flip-up touchscreen (180°), 1.04M dots | 3.0" fixed LCD, 1.04M dots |
| Mount | Fixed Canon 24-100mm f/1.8-2.8 (equivalent) | Leica M-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | PowerShot G7X Mark II | M10 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Astrophotography | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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