Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X30
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Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 304g - 103 x 60 x 40mm
- Released September 2014
- Successor is Canon G7 X MII
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 423g - 119 x 72 x 60mm
- Released August 2014
- Previous Model is Fujifilm X20

Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X30 Overview
Lets look closer at the Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X30, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the G7 X (1") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") feature different sensor size.

The G7 X was released within a month of the Fujifilm X30 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Fujifilm X30 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the G7 X scores vs the Fujifilm X30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X & Fujifilm X30. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X Gallery & Fujifilm X30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X over the Fujifilm X30
G7 X | Fujifilm X30 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+120k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X30 over the Canon G7 X
Fujifilm X30 | G7 X |
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Common features in the Canon G7 X and Fujifilm X30
G7 X | Fujifilm X30 | |||
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Released | September 2014 | ![]() | August 2014 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X30 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G7 X features physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Fujifilm X30 has proportions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).
Analyze the Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the G7 X and the Fujifilm X30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X and Fujifilm X30 is 88 and 80 respectively.

Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 X and Fujifilm X30.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G7 X because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon G7 X will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively.

Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X | Fujifilm X30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot G7 X | Fujifilm X30 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-09-15 | 2014-08-26 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | 1" | 2/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.65x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 40 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.5 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, commander, suppressed flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 304g (0.67 pounds) | 423g (0.93 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") | 119 x 72 x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 71 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 556 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | 470 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-13L | NP-95 |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $490 | $499 |