Canon M50 II vs Canon G7 X
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Canon M50 II vs Canon G7 X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 387g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
- Launched October 2020
- Previous Model is Canon M50
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 304g - 103 x 60 x 40mm
- Announced September 2014
- Newer Model is Canon G7 X MII

Canon M50 II vs Canon G7 X Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon M50 II vs Canon G7 X, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are sold by Canon. The sensor resolution of the M50 II (24MP) and the G7 X (20MP) is relatively similar but the M50 II (APS-C) and G7 X (1") enjoy totally different sensor size.

The M50 II was manufactured 6 years later than the G7 X and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon M50 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the M50 II matches up vs the G7 X with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon M50 II vs Canon G7 X Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M50 Mark II and Canon PowerShot G7 X. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon M50 II Gallery and Canon G7 X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M50 II over the Canon G7 X
M50 II | G7 X | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | ![]() | September 2014 | More recent by 75 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X over the Canon M50 II
G7 X | M50 II |
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Common features in the Canon M50 II and Canon G7 X
M50 II | G7 X | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon M50 II vs Canon G7 X Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon M50 II offers exterior measurements of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") with a weight of 387 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Canon G7 X has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs).
See the Canon M50 II vs Canon G7 X in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the M50 II against the G7 X.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M50 II and G7 X is 79 and 88 respectively.

Canon M50 II vs Canon G7 X Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M50 II and G7 X.
Plainly, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M50 II due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon M50 II will deliver extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent M50 II is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon M50 II vs Canon G7 X Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M50 II vs Canon G7 X Specifications
Canon EOS M50 Mark II | Canon PowerShot G7 X | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon EOS M50 Mark II | Canon PowerShot G7 X |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2020-10-14 | 2014-09-15 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | DIGIC 6 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 31 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF-M | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-100mm (4.2x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 23 | - |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 40 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 6.5fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 387 gr (0.85 lbs) | 304 gr (0.67 lbs) |
Dimensions | 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") | 103 x 60 x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 556 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 305 shots | 210 shots |
Type of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NB-13L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $599 | $490 |