Canon G7 X MII vs Zeiss ZX1
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Canon G7 X MII vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand 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- Superseded the Canon G7 X
- Renewed by Canon G7 X MIII
(Full Review)
- 37MP - Full frame Sensor
- 4.34" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 51200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 35mm (F2-22) lens
- 800g - 142 x 93 x 46mm
- Released September 2018
Canon G7 X MII vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview
The following is a extended comparison of the Canon G7 X MII vs Zeiss ZX1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Zeiss. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the G7 X MII (20MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the G7 X MII (1") and ZX1 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe G7 X MII was manufactured 3 years before the ZX1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G7 X MII scores versus the ZX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon G7 X MII vs Zeiss ZX1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II and Zeiss ZX1. The entire galleries are available at Canon G7 X MII Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X MII over the Zeiss ZX1
G7 X MII | ZX1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Canon G7 X MII
ZX1 | G7 X MII | |||
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Released | September 2018 | February 2016 | Newer by 31 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 4.34" | 3" | Larger display (+1.34") | |
Display resolution | 2765k | 1040k | Crisper display (+1725k dot) |
Common features in the Canon G7 X MII and Zeiss ZX1
G7 X MII | ZX1 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Canon G7 X MII vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G7 X MII has outside dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 319 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has proportions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Examine the Canon G7 X MII vs Zeiss ZX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the G7 X MII against the ZX1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G7 X MII and ZX1 is 88 and 67 respectively.
Canon G7 X MII vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The pic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 X MII and ZX1.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G7 X MII featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Zeiss ZX1 will produce greater detail due to its extra 17 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged G7 X MII will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Canon G7 X MII vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon G7 X MII vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Zeiss ZX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Zeiss |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Zeiss ZX1 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2016-02-18 | 2018-09-27 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 37 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 7488 x 4992 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 31 | 255 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 35mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/2-22 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 4.34 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 2,765 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 6,221 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 319 gr (0.70 lbs) | 800 gr (1.76 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") | 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 265 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | 512GB internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $699 | - |