PowerShot G7X Mark IIvs S1 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?
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.
Hybrid & Video — S1 II (2025): The S1 II is the full-frame L-mount hybrid camera Panasonic's system has been waiting for — phase-detect AF, 4K/120p, class-leading IBIS, and a professional build in one complete package. It addresses every weakness of the original S1 and positions Lumix firmly back in the conversation for serious hybrid shooters.
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
S1 II (2025)
- Hybrid photographers who need excellent stills and serious video capability
- Video professionals who want full-frame quality with 4K/120p
- Landscape and portrait photographers who want maximum stabilisation
- L-mount system users upgrading from S1 or S5 II
Quick take: The s1 ii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the powershot g7x mark ii is the most affordable; only the s1 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016) | S1 II (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £2,200 |
| Sensor | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI CMOS | 24.2MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.1MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 6K/30p, 4K/120p, 10-bit 4:2:2 internal |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with face detection | Phase-detect AF with subject recognition (human, animal, vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS (lens) | 5-axis IBIS, up to 8 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps | 30fps (electronic), 9fps (mechanical) |
| Battery Life | ~265 shots (CIPA) | ~400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 319g (with battery and card) | 680g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 105.5 × 60.9 × 42.2mm | 138.5 × 100.0 × 91.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic, 3.68M dots, 0.78× |
| Screen | 3.0" flip-up touchscreen (180°), 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Mount | Fixed Canon 24-100mm f/1.8-2.8 (equivalent) | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual slot: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | PowerShot G7X Mark II | S1 II |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| 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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