Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X70
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Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 304g - 103 x 60 x 40mm
- Launched September 2014
- Later Model is Canon G7 X MII
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8-16.0) lens
- 340g - 113 x 64 x 44mm
- Released January 2016

Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X70 Overview
Below is a detailed analysis of the Canon G7 X and Fujifilm X70, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and Fujifilm X70 (16MP) and the G7 X (1") and Fujifilm X70 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

The G7 X was manufactured 16 months prior to the Fujifilm X70 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G7 X grades vs the Fujifilm X70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X70 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X and Fujifilm X70. The entire galleries are available at Canon G7 X Gallery and Fujifilm X70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X over the Fujifilm X70
G7 X | Fujifilm X70 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X70 over the Canon G7 X
Fujifilm X70 | G7 X | |||
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Released | January 2016 | ![]() | September 2014 | More recent by 16 months |
Common features in the Canon G7 X and Fujifilm X70
G7 X | Fujifilm X70 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X70 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G7 X provides exterior dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Fujifilm X70 has proportions of 113mm x 64mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon G7 X and Fujifilm X70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the G7 X and the Fujifilm X70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X and Fujifilm X70 is 88 and 86 respectively.

Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X70 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 X and Fujifilm X70.
As you can see, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G7 X due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Canon G7 X will render more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older G7 X will be behind in sensor technology.

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Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X70 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X | Fujifilm X70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G7 X | Fujifilm X70 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-09-15 | 2016-01-15 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.6 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 368.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 31 | 77 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/2.8-16.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 40 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.5 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600 (5.5m at ISO 100)) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro , Suppressed Flash, Commander |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 304 gr (0.67 lbs) | 340 gr (0.75 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") | 113 x 64 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 71 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 556 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 pictures | 330 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-13L | NP-95 |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $490 | $700 |