Canon G7 X MII vs Sony ZV-1
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Canon G7 X MII vs Sony ZV-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise 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
- Previous Model is Canon G7 X
- Successor is Canon G7 X MIII
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 294g - 105 x 60 x 44mm
- Revealed May 2020
- Later Model is Sony ZV-1 II

Canon G7 X MII vs Sony ZV-1 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon G7 X MII and Sony ZV-1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the G7 X MII (20MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1").

The G7 X MII was released 5 years before the ZV-1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the G7 X MII scores vs the ZV-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon G7 X MII vs Sony ZV-1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II & Sony ZV-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X MII Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X MII over the Sony ZV-1
G7 X MII | ZV-1 | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Clearer display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 over the Canon G7 X MII
ZV-1 | G7 X MII | |||
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Revealed | May 2020 | ![]() | February 2016 | More recent by 52 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Canon G7 X MII and Sony ZV-1
G7 X MII | ZV-1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon G7 X MII vs Sony ZV-1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G7 X MII enjoys exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 319 grams (0.70 lbs) and the Sony ZV-1 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Check the Canon G7 X MII and Sony ZV-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the G7 X MII compared to the ZV-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X MII and ZV-1 is 88 and 88 respectively.

Canon G7 X MII vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The visual here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 X MII and ZV-1.
All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files though you need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older G7 X MII will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon G7 X MII vs Sony ZV-1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Sony ZV-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Sony ZV-1 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2016-02-18 | 2020-05-27 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 24.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 319g (0.70 lbs) | 294g (0.65 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") | 105 x 60 x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 265 photos | 260 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $699 | $750 |