Canon G7 X MIII vs Canon XC10
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Canon G7 X MIII vs Canon XC10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 304g - 105 x 61 x 41mm
- Released July 2019
- Previous Model is Canon G7 X MII
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 20000
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-241mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 1040g - 125 x 102 x 122mm
- Revealed April 2015

Canon G7 X MIII vs Canon XC10 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon G7 X MIII versus Canon XC10, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both are sold by Canon. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the G7 X MIII (20MP) and XC10 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1").

The G7 X MIII was launched 4 years after the XC10 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the G7 X MIII matches up against the XC10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon G7 X MIII vs Canon XC10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III & Canon XC10. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X MIII Gallery & Canon XC10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X MIII over the Canon XC10
G7 X MIII | XC10 | |||
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Revealed | July 2019 | ![]() | April 2015 | Newer by 52 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1k | Crisper screen (+1039k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Canon XC10 over the Canon G7 X MIII
XC10 | G7 X MIII |
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Common features in the Canon G7 X MIII and Canon XC10
G7 X MIII | XC10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon G7 X MIII vs Canon XC10 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon G7 X MIII offers outer dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Canon XC10 has specifications of 125mm x 102mm x 122mm (4.9" x 4.0" x 4.8") with a weight of 1040 grams (2.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon G7 X MIII versus Canon XC10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the G7 X MIII and the XC10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X MIII and XC10 is 88 and 54 respectively.

Canon G7 X MIII vs Canon XC10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 X MIII and XC10.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon G7 X MIII to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher G7 X MIII is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Canon G7 X MIII vs Canon XC10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III | Canon XC10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III | Canon XC10 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2019-07-09 | 2015-04-08 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 8 | DIGIC DV5 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 12.8 x 9.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 122.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 20000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 24-241mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 1k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/25600 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 30.0fps | 3.8fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 4K UHD 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p) 1280 x 720 (120p, 100p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | XF-AVC, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 304g (0.67 pounds) | 1040g (2.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") | 125 x 102 x 122mm (4.9" x 4.0" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 235 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | LP-E6N |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | CFast, SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $749 | $1,599 |