PowerShot G7X Mark IIvs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
Canon
PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016)
Starting from £350 new
Best for Travel & Vlogging
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Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
Starting from £699 new
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
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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.
Travel & Lightweight Outdoor Photography — Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019): The lightest weather-sealed MFT camera — compact, travel-friendly, and capable with 7.5-stop IBIS in a body that fits in a jacket pocket.
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
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- Travel photographers who want a compact, weather-sealed MFT body
- Outdoor photographers upgrading from the E-M10 who want better sealing
- Enthusiasts who want strong IBIS in a lightweight, portable system
- Photographers who want a capable travel camera that won't weigh them down
Quick take: The olympus om-d e-m5 iii has the highest resolution at 20mp; the powershot g7x mark ii is the most affordable; only the olympus om-d e-m5 iii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £699 |
| Sensor | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI CMOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 20.1MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with face detection | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS (lens) | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 8fps | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~265 shots (CIPA) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 319g (with battery and card) | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 105.5 × 60.9 × 42.2mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" flip-up touchscreen (180°), 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed Canon 24-100mm f/1.8-2.8 (equivalent) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | PowerShot G7X Mark II | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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