Canon G7 X MII vs Nikon A
88 Imaging
52 Features
75 Overall
61
88 Imaging
58 Features
48 Overall
54
Canon G7 X MII vs Nikon A Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 319g - 106 x 61 x 42mm
- Released February 2016
- Succeeded the Canon G7 X
- Updated by Canon G7 X MIII
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 299g - 111 x 64 x 40mm
- Launched June 2013
Canon G7 X MII vs Nikon A Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Canon G7 X MII vs Nikon A, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the G7 X MII (20MP) and A (16MP) and the G7 X MII (1") and A (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe G7 X MII was announced 2 years later than the A and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the G7 X MII scores versus the A in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon G7 X MII vs Nikon A Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II and Nikon Coolpix A. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G7 X MII Gallery and Nikon A Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X MII over the Nikon A
G7 X MII | A | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | February 2016 | June 2013 | More recent by 33 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Clearer screen (+119k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon A over the Canon G7 X MII
A | G7 X MII |
---|
Common features in the Canon G7 X MII and Nikon A
G7 X MII | A | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Canon G7 X MII vs Nikon A Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G7 X MII comes with outer dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 319 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Nikon A has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Look at the Canon G7 X MII vs Nikon A in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the G7 X MII versus the A.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X MII and A is 88 and 88 respectively.
Canon G7 X MII vs Nikon A Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 X MII and A.
All in all, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G7 X MII using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Canon G7 X MII will render more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger G7 X MII provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Canon G7 X MII vs Nikon A Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Canon G7 X MII vs Nikon A Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Nikon Coolpix A | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Nikon Coolpix A |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2016-02-18 | 2013-06-06 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 11.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 319g (0.70 lbs) | 299g (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") | 111 x 64 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1164 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 265 photographs | 230 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-13L | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $699 | $778 |