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Canon G7 X vs Sony ZV-1F

Portability
88
Imaging
51
Features
75
Overall
60
Canon PowerShot G7 X front
 
Sony ZV-1F front
Portability
89
Imaging
57
Features
70
Overall
62

Canon G7 X vs Sony ZV-1F Key Specs

Canon G7 X
(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
  • New Model is Canon G7 X MII
Sony ZV-1F
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 20mm (F2) lens
  • 256g - 106 x 60 x 46mm
  • Launched October 2022
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Canon G7 X vs Sony ZV-1F Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon G7 X and Sony ZV-1F, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G7 X (20MP) and the ZV-1F (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1").

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The G7 X was revealed 9 years before the ZV-1F and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the G7 X scores against the ZV-1F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon G7 X over the Sony ZV-1F

 G7 X ZV-1F 
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Screen resolution1040k922kSharper screen (+118k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1F over the Canon G7 X

 ZV-1F G7 X 
LaunchedOctober 2022September 2014Fresher by 98 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen

Common features in the Canon G7 X and Sony ZV-1F

 G7 X ZV-1F 
Screen dimensions3"3.00"Equal screen size
Selfie screen Both are selfie friendly
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Canon G7 X vs Sony ZV-1F Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon G7 X offers outside 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 Sony ZV-1F has specifications of 106mm x 60mm x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8") having a weight of 256 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the G7 X and the ZV-1F.

Canon G7 X vs Sony ZV-1F size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X and ZV-1F is 88 and 89 respectively.

Canon G7 X vs Sony ZV-1F top view buttons comparison

Canon G7 X vs Sony ZV-1F Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 X and ZV-1F.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older G7 X is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon G7 X vs Sony ZV-1F sensor size comparison

Canon G7 X vs Sony ZV-1F Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G7 X vs Sony ZV-1F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G7 X as a Portrait photography camera
Sony ZV-1F as a Portrait photography camera
63
has manual focus
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
has face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
can't use external flash
58
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
good sensor size (1")
provides face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon G7 X
Street photography with Sony ZV-1F
85
tilting screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor size (1")
delivers RAW files
offers focus by touch
lighter than competition in class (304 grams)
74
screen can move to multiple angles
good sensor size (1")
provides touch focus
lighter than competition (256g)
does not have image stabilization
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon G7 X
Sports photography with Sony ZV-1F
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
low battery life (210 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
61
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
high fps (16.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
good sensor size (1")
provides tracking focus
better than average battery (360 shots)
can't change focal length (20mm)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon G7 X
Travel photography with Sony ZV-1F
80
lighter than competition in class (304 grams)
offers focus by touch
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
display is selfie friendly
really wide (24mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
low battery life (210 shots)
87
better than average battery (360 CIPA)
lighter than competition (256g)
connects via bluetooth
provides touch focus
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
display is selfie friendly
great maximum aperture (f2)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G7 X as a Landscape photography camera
Sony ZV-1F as a Landscape photography camera
69
has manual focus
really wide (24mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20MP)
decent sensor size (1")
delivers RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
low battery life (210 CIPA)
56
great maximum aperture (f2)
screen size is decent (3.00")
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (1")
better than average battery (360 per charge)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (20mm)
does not have image stabilization
lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G7 X Vlogging details
Sony ZV-1F Vlogging details
80
really wide (24mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (304g)
missing mic support
82
great maximum aperture (f2)
display is selfie friendly
has touchscreen
provides face detect focusing
good video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have mic support
lighter than competition (256 grams)
does not have image stabilization
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Canon G7 X vs Sony ZV-1F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G7 X and Sony ZV-1F
 Canon PowerShot G7 XSony ZV-1F
General Information
Company Canon Sony
Model Canon PowerShot G7 X Sony ZV-1F
Type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Released 2014-09-15 2022-10-13
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 6 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1" 1"
Sensor dimensions 13.2 x 8.8mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor surface area 116.2mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 20MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 5472 x 3648 5472 x 3648
Highest native ISO 12800 12800
Highest boosted ISO - 25600
Minimum native ISO 125 125
RAW format
Minimum boosted ISO - 80
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 31 425
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-100mm (4.2x) 20mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/1.8-2.8 f/2
Macro focus distance 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 2.7 2.7
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3" 3.00"
Screen resolution 1,040k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 40 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Maximum silent shutter speed - 1/32000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 6.5fps 16.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 7.00 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, on, slow synchro, off Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.0 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 304 gr (0.67 lbs) 256 gr (0.56 lbs)
Physical dimensions 103 x 60 x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") 106 x 60 x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 shots 360 shots
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NB-13L NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Cost at launch $490 $499