Canon G7 X vs Nikon S30
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Canon G7 X vs Nikon S30 Key Specs
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- 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
- Announced September 2014
- Updated by Canon G7 X MII
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- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Revealed February 2012
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Following is a in depth review of the Canon G7 X versus Nikon S30, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and S30 (10MP) and the G7 X (1") and S30 (1/3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.
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Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the G7 X matches up against the S30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon G7 X over the Nikon S30
| G7 X | S30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | September 2014 |  | February 2012 | More modern by 32 months |
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Canon G7 X
| S30 | G7 X |
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Common features in the Canon G7 X and Nikon S30
| G7 X | S30 |
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Canon G7 X vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon G7 X enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Nikon S30 has sizing of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Canon G7 X versus Nikon S30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G7 X versus the S30.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X and S30 is 88 and 90 respectively.
Canon G7 X vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The pic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 X and S30.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G7 X with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon G7 X will show greater detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The more recent G7 X will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Canon G7 X vs Nikon S30 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot G7 X | Nikon Coolpix S30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot G7 X | Nikon Coolpix S30 |
| Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2014-09-15 | 2012-02-01 |
| Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DIGIC 6 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1" | 1/3" |
| Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
| Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 17.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 31 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 7.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT-LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 40s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.5 frames per second | 1.5 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 304 gr (0.67 pounds) | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
| 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 | 240 pictures |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
| Battery ID | NB-13L | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $490 | $119 |