Canon G7 X MII vs Sony RX100 V
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Canon G7 X MII vs Sony RX100 V Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump 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
- Superseded the Canon G7 X
- Newer Model is Canon G7 X MIII
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Introduced October 2016
- Previous Model is Sony RX100 IV
- Refreshed by Sony RX100 VI
Canon G7 X MII vs Sony RX100 V Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon G7 X MII and Sony RX100 V, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G7 X MII (20MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe G7 X MII was revealed 7 months prior to the RX100 V and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the G7 X MII scores against the RX100 V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon G7 X MII vs Sony RX100 V Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The full galleries are provided at Canon G7 X MII Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X MII over the Sony RX100 V
G7 X MII | RX100 V | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 V over the Canon G7 X MII
RX100 V | G7 X MII | |||
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Introduced | October 2016 | February 2016 | Newer by 7 months | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 1040k | Crisper screen (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Canon G7 X MII and Sony RX100 V
G7 X MII | RX100 V | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies |
Canon G7 X MII vs Sony RX100 V Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Canon G7 X MII comes with outer dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 319 grams (0.70 lbs) and the Sony RX100 V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Contrast the Canon G7 X MII and Sony RX100 V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the G7 X MII and the RX100 V.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X MII and RX100 V is 88 and 89 respectively.
Canon G7 X MII vs Sony RX100 V Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 X MII and RX100 V.
As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you should really take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged G7 X MII is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Canon G7 X MII vs Sony RX100 V Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon G7 X MII vs Sony RX100 V Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2016-02-18 | 2016-10-06 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames/s | 24.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 319 gr (0.70 lbs) | 299 gr (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 586 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 265 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-13L | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $699 | $998 |