Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm X70

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.