Canon G7 X MII

Canon G7 X MII is Canon's Large Sensor Compact camera initially released on February of 2016. The camera features a 20MP, BSI-CMOS 1" sized sensor and has a maximum resolution of 5472 x 3648.

Canon brought out this camera to improve the previous Canon G7 X (Read Full Comparison) and then released the newer Canon G7 X MIII (Read Full Comparison) as a way to improve this model.

The G7 X MII is rated #28 out of 65 in Large Sensor Compact cameras and all-around #291 out of 1465 for cameras in our database. Remember to look at our Advanced camera finder to get camera results based on your customized requirements.

Here is a diagram of different criteria used in the scoring system.

The Canon G7 X MII comes with a history of related cameras. Listed below, you can look at all past and newer models alongside main specifications.

You can see the G7 X MII from different angles in the gallery below.

Below is a checklist of upsides and downsides of the Canon G7 X MII based on features which are generally viewed as useful in a camera.

The Canon G7 X MII is run by the DIGIC 7 processor. The measurement of the sensor on the Canon G7 X MII is 13.2mm x 8.8mm (1"). The 116 mm² sensor can resolve 5472 x 3648 pixels at aspect ratios of 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9. The camera boasts Image Stabilization (Optical). In body stabilization is preferable than digital stabilization since the latter can easily cause cropping.

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The BSI-CMOS sensor boasts 20MP and includes a native ISO range of 125 to 12800. This ISO can also be expanded digitally to a high of 25600. RAW photos are saved which means that the user has wider room to maneuver in post.

The picture underneath displays the G7 X MII's sensor dimensions when compared to other common sizes. The G7 X MII sensor comes with a crop factor of 2.7 and is showcased in green.

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To get an idea of different aspect ratios, you should refer to the visual below.

Canon G7 X MII weighs around 0.70 lb (319g or 11.25 oz) and the sizing of the camera is 106mm x 61mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7"). The weight of normal Large Sensor Compact camera is 396g and the Canon G7 X MII is lighter when compared with various competitors.

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Here is a shot of the Canon G7 X MII next to a softdrink to help you to have a sense of its scale.

The top view underneath will illustrate the button layout on the G7 X MII.

The G7 X MII provides an inbuilt lens providing a focal range of 24-100mm making it a 4.2 x zoom which is not at all huge but it would certainly be very helpful in a few circumstances.

At the widest 24mm, it will have an aperture of f1.8 and that's terrific in low light occasions and capturing a shallow depth of field. It is going to also allow you to use a lower ISO and get crisper photographs. On the tele end, 100mm comes to f2.8 which is pretty decent and will allow you to have high shutter speeds.

The G7 X MII has the following connectivity:

• USB Yes
• Wireless Yes
• NFC Yes
• HDMI Yes

Cameras that incorporate NFC and / or Bluetooth compatibility are able to be controlled wirelessly through smartphones. You can easily copy photos and sometimes alter camera settings without the hassle of connecting physically to the camera.

Several applications even give a Liveview and click the shutter if you aren't near the camera. If the camera comes with a HDMI out, it can easily be attached to an external screen. Almost all cameras enable you to recharge the battery using the USB socket.

The maximum video quality on the Canon G7 X MII is 1920 x 1080 and it can capture in MPEG-4 and H.264 format. 1080p quality is an excellent balance in quality versus file sizes but FULL HD isn't going to give you much room to crop. The camera doesn't feature a mic and / or headphone port which means you have got no control over your audio. It is perhaps a better idea to get an alternative model should you want good audio in your video clips.

There is no weather sealing on the Canon G7 X MII so you need to be cautious in wet and dusty conditions.

The Canon G7 X MII features a 3" tilting display screen boasting a resolution of 1,040k dots.

The display is selfie friendly to shoot self portraits and even group photos if necessary. Additionally the display screen is touch friendly which means that you can easily shift focus points as well as adjust settings by using your finger.

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The ViewFinder specifications regarding Canon G7 X MII are below:

• ViewFinder None

Viewfinders are quite useful in sunny outdoor conditions which will make the camera display washed out and difficult to view.

Canon G7 X MII can shoot continuously at 8.0 frames per second. The highest shutter speed is 1/2000 seconds.

Canon G7 X MII boasts only integrated flash without external flash ability.

Canon G7 X MII boasts just Contrast Detect AF and does not have Phase Detect AF. Phase Detection focusing is a lot snappier and precise when compared with Contrast Detect focusing. The camera features Face detect which is useful for portraits.

It features 31 focus points to choose from. Canon G7 X MII has touch to focus. You are able to use your fingers to shift focus. It also includes Tracking AF for objects that move. Canon G7 X MII has the ability to use manual focus in case it is required in low light or you require more accurate control on focus.

The battery (NB-13L) on the Canon G7 X MII is made to last for 265 photographs with respect to the CIPA specifications which is lower compared to its rivals. The general Large Sensor Compact camera battery life is 301. Leica X-U features the highest possible (450) battery life in this range of cameras.

Listed below is a number of Large Sensor Compact cameras which have the best battery life:

ModelVisualizeBattery LifeRAWNFCBluetooth

Leica X-U
G7 X MII vs X-U450 yesnono

Leica X Vario
G7 X MII vs X Vario450 yesnono

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Leica X2
G7 X MII vs X2450 yesnono

Fujifilm X100V
G7 X MII vs Fujifilm X100V420 yesnoyes

Fujifilm X100F
G7 X MII vs Fujifilm X100F390 yesnono

The following chart displays a overview of the Canon G7 X MII for different categories of photography. To check out more, browse to the specific section underneath.

The Canon G7 X MII has a rating of 64 which is nice, meaning that it is a respectable option for portraits. Shooting portraits leans heavily to sensor specs, support for RAW photos and ability to utilize off-camera lighting.

Having a superb points total of 85, the Canon G7 X MII is a great pick to buy for street photography. A good street photography camera has a good balance of image quality plus portability.

A decent sports photography points total of 59 indicates the Canon G7 X MII is relatively suitable for shooting sports. A camera must have good focusing plus fast continuous shooting for sports photography.

Weight is really critical in getting a camera for travel. On the whole, the Canon G7 X MII gets a fantastic 79 for a travel camera which makes it a great option for your holidays.

When you're looking to choose a digital camera for landscape photos, the most vital factor is going to be image quality. The Canon G7 X MII at it's nice grade of 69 as a landscape camera is a fine pick in the current marketplace.

A vlogging camera really should posses a articulating display, microphone input and preferably IBIS. Taking everything in to account, the Canon G7 X MII is a excellent option for vlogging as it delivers a exceptional score of 80.

If you are in the market for alternatives to the G7 X MII, below is a range of the highest scored cameras which fall within the class of Large Sensor Compact.

The chart down below offers you a bird's eye view of the G7 X MII vs it's top rated rivals shown previously.

Following are several cameras you might look at as alternatives. To read a comprehensive comparison, go to the "compare" link.