PowerShot G7X Mark IIIvs Nikon Zf
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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?
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.
Street & Travel Photography — Nikon Zf (2023): Full-frame performance in a stunning retro body — the Zf's 8-stop IBIS and gorgeous design make it uniquely compelling.
Who should buy what
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
Nikon Zf (2023)
- Photographers who want full-frame Z quality in a retro-styled body
- Street and travel photographers attracted to the classic dial aesthetic
- Zfc owners who want to step up to full-frame without losing the retro design
- Anyone who wants the best-looking full-frame mirrorless available
Quick take: The nikon zf has the highest resolution at 24mp; the powershot g7x mark iii is the most affordable; only the nikon zf is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | PowerShot G7X Mark III (2019) | Nikon Zf (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £749 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI-CMOS | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.1MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p — no crop in 4K | 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF — fast, reliable, with Eye AF | Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS — lens-based | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 20fps (with fixed AF/AE) | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~235 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 304g | 710g with battery |
| Dimensions | 105.5 × 60.9 × 41.4mm | 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully tilting touchscreen (180° flip for self-facing) | 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed 24-100mm equivalent f/1.8-2.8 lens | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic jack, USB live streaming | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | PowerShot G7X Mark III | Nikon Zf |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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