Canon G7 X MII vs Panasonic ZS100
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Canon G7 X MII vs Panasonic ZS100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 319g - 106 x 61 x 42mm
- Introduced February 2016
- Older Model is Canon G7 X
- Refreshed by Canon G7 X MIII
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-250mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 312g - 111 x 65 x 44mm
- Launched January 2016
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ100
- Successor is Panasonic ZS200

Canon G7 X MII vs Panasonic ZS100 Overview
The following is a complete review of the Canon G7 X MII vs Panasonic ZS100, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G7 X MII (20MP) and the ZS100 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1").

The G7 X MII was released 2 months after the ZS100 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the G7 X MII grades vs the ZS100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon G7 X MII vs Panasonic ZS100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X MII Gallery & Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X MII over the Panasonic ZS100
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Canon G7 X MII
ZS100 | G7 X MII |
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Common features in the Canon G7 X MII and Panasonic ZS100
G7 X MII | ZS100 | |||
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Launched | February 2016 | ![]() | January 2016 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Identical screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon G7 X MII vs Panasonic ZS100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G7 X MII has physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 319 grams (0.70 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS100 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).
Check the Canon G7 X MII vs Panasonic ZS100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the G7 X MII vs the ZS100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X MII and ZS100 is 88 and 87 respectively.

Canon G7 X MII vs Panasonic ZS100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 X MII and ZS100.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.

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Canon G7 X MII vs Panasonic ZS100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ100 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2016-02-18 | 2016-01-05 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | MOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 31 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 9.9fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 319g (0.70 lbs) | 312g (0.69 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") | 111 x 65 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 559 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 265 images | 300 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $699 | $700 |