Canon G1 X II vs Canon G7 X

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon G1 X II versus Canon G7 X, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are created by Canon. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the G1 X II (13MP) and G7 X (20MP) and the G1 X II (1.5") and G7 X (1") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X II was brought out 7 months before the G7 X so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the G1 X II scores vs the G7 X when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II and Canon PowerShot G7 X. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G1 X II Gallery and Canon G7 X Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon G1 X II provides exterior dimensions of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") and a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Canon G7 X has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the Canon G1 X II versus Canon G7 X in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the G1 X II vs the G7 X.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G1 X II and G7 X is 76 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X II and G7 X.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G1 X II due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon G7 X will deliver more detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older G1 X II is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.