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Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II

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User ratings:
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4.2 out of 5
39 user ratings
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Consumer ratings:
4.6 / 5
Editorial reviews:
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4.2 out of 5
25 user ratings
5 stars
32 %
4 stars
64 %
3 stars
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2 stars
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Pros

  • It still manages to cover a versatile 24-120mm equivalent range
  • Very useful and nice chart
  • 4K video quality is very good

Cons

  • not bright in daylight2216-80 f4 lens quality
  • lack of a built-in flash
  • lack of an ND filter means having to use higher shutter speeds than

Key specs

  • CMOS
  • 20 Mpx
  • 5472, 3648 px
  • 1.8
  • AI Focus, Centre weighted Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, Face detection, Servo Auto Focus
  • 3 in
  • yes

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Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II - Pros & Cons

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II

Pros

  • It still manages to cover a versatile 24-120mm equivalent range
  • Very useful and nice chart
  • 4K video quality is very good
  • Hybrid Auto is also a great feature for consumers to explore
  • articulated LCD cameras and the best touchscreen cameras
  • beautifully crafted
  • The processor provides amazing image tracking and detection
  • adjustable LCD display makes self-recording easy and efficient
  • a really good camera with a superb video quality
  • hard work and professionalism
  • Well you can always hope sixth time is the charm

Cons

  • not bright in daylight2216-80 f4 lens quality
  • lack of a built-in flash
  • lack of an ND filter means having to use higher shutter speeds than
  • it lacks a mic socket
  • thier backend is abysmal
  • the images are slightly soft for close-up shots
  • even capture stills while doing video
  • Mark II feels not much different in terms of user experience and functions
  • lack of audio input can be a deal breaker
  • the battery was almost depleted
  • lack of 4K recording

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
3 in
Best:
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
Screen size: 6.7 in
IconISO maximum
12800
Best:
Pentax KP
ISO maximum: 819200
IconEffective pixels
20 Mpx
Best:
Hasselblad H6D-100c
Effective pixels: 100 Mpx
IconMax resolution
5472 x 3648 px
Best:
Leica M11
Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px

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Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II - Full Specifications

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Sensor
Sensor typeCMOS
Sensor photo detectors21.0 Mpx
Effective pixels20.0 Mpx
Image ratio w:h
  • 4:3
  • 3:2
  • 16:9
Max resolution5472 x 3648 px
Other resolutions
  • 5472x3080
  • 4864x3648
  • 4320x2880
  • 4320x2432
  • 3840x2880
  • 2304x1536
  • 2048x1536
  • 1920x1080
  • 720x480
  • 720x408
  • 640x480
ProcessorDIGIC 7
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Optics and focus
Optical zoom4.2 x
Digital zoom4.0 x
Minimum aperture2.8
Maximum aperture1.8
Focal length equiv24 - 100
Focus adjustmentAuto/Manual
Contrast adjustmentyes
Saturation adjustmentyes
Autofocus
  • AI Focus
  • Centre weighted Auto Focus
  • Continuous Auto Focus
  • Face detection
  • Servo Auto Focus
Auto Focus (AF) lockyes
Manual focusyes
Normal focus range1.97 in
Auto Focus (AF) assist beamyes
Macro focus range1.97 in
Number of focus points31
Image stabiliserOptical
Filter threadno
Folded opticsno
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Photography features
Shooting modes
  • Aperture priority
  • Auto
  • Manual
  • Program
  • Shutter priority
Minimum shutter speed1.0 s
Maximum shutter speed1.0 s
Maximum shutter speed (electronic)1/2000 sec
Shutter priorityyes
Aperture priorityyes
Manual exposure modeyes
Exposure compensation plus3
Exposure compensation minus-3
Expousure compensation steps1/3
Auto exposure lockyes
AE EV steps1/3
Self-timer delay
  • 2
  • 10
Histogramyes
AE frames3
Subject / scene modesyes
Built-in flashyes
Flash range7
Flash modes
  • Auto
  • Manual
  • Slow Sync
External flashno
Continuous drive8.0 fps
Self-timeryes
Metering modes
  • Multi
  • Center-weighted
  • Spot
3D supportno
Manual settingsyes
Self-timer options
  • 2
  • 10
  • custom
Face detectionyes
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Audio features
Built-in microphoneyes
Microphone typeStereo
Speaker typeMono
Supported audio file formatsAAC
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Dimensions
Weight10.37 oz
Width4.15 in
Height2.4 in
Depth1.66 in
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Power
Power source typeBattery
Battery life (CIPA)240
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion
Rechargeable batteryyes
Battery level indicatoryes
Number of batteries supported1
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Other features
Timelapse recordingyes
GPSyes
Orientation sensoryes
DLNA certifiedno
Languages supportMulti
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Image
ISO
  • 125
  • 160
  • 200
  • 250
  • 400
  • 500
  • 640
  • 800
  • 1000
  • 1250
  • 1600
  • 2000
  • 2500
  • 3200
  • 4000
  • 5000
  • 6400
  • 8000
  • 10000
  • 12800
  • Auto
ISO Autoyes
ISO minimum125
ISO maximum12800
Boosted ISO maximum25600
Maximum image resolution5472 x 3648 px
White balance presets8
White balance modes
  • Auto
  • Cloudy
  • Custom modes
  • Daylight
  • Flash
  • Fluorescent
  • Fluorescent H
  • Shade
  • Tungsten
  • Underwater
Custom white balanceyes
Supported image file formatsJPEG
Photo effects
  • Black&White
  • Neutral
Image stabilizeryes
Image stabilization typeOptical
Supported aspect ratios
  • 1:1
  • 3:2
  • 4:3
  • 16:9
Uncompressed formatRAW
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Screen and viewfinder
Screen size3.0 in
Articulated LCDyes
Screen technologyLCD
Display aspect ratio3:2
Screen dots1040000
Touch screenyes
Field of view100.0 %
Live viewyes
ViewfinderNone
Flip-out screenyes
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Videography features
Maximum resolution1920 x 1080 px
Video recordingyes
Recording resolutions
  • 640 x 480
  • 1280 x 720
  • 1920 x 1080
HD typeFull HD
Supported video file formats
  • H.264
  • MP4
  • MPEG-4
Max resolution (highest frame rate)1920 x 1080
Max frame rate (highest resolution)59.95 fps
Max frame rate (regardless of res.)60.0 fps
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Design
Body typeCompact
Colour of productBlack
Environmentally sealedno
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Storage
Compatible memory cards
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
Memory slots1
Storage types
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
Camera file system
  • DPOF 1.1
  • Exif 2.3
  • RAW
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Connectivity
micro-HDMIyes
HDMI connector typeMicro
USB portyes
USB connector typeMicro-USB B
USB version2.0
Headphone portno
Microphone portno
WirelessBuilt-In
Supported WiFi types
  • IEEE 802.11b
  • IEEE 802.11g
  • IEEE 802.11n
Remote controlyes
PictBridgeyes
NFCyes
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Bluetoothno
AV outputno

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II - Q&A (1)

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    about 2 years ago
    Doess the canon powershot g7 x mark ii have Weather Sealing?
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    about 2 years ago
    No, Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II doesn't have Weather Sealing.
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Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Canon - Editorial Reviews (37)

4.2
Based on 37 reviews
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Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II review: Nip and tuck triumphs - Pocket-lint
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Pocket-lint
Published: 10.05.2016
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II review: Nip and tuck triumphs - Pocket-lint
4.0

The G7 X Mark II is the standout "G-X" series camera. It puts the slender G9 X to bed, is more pocketable than the G5 X and others in the range,

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Canon G7 X Mark II review: Pocket-sized brilliance
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Expert Reviews
Published: 27.05.2016
Canon G7 X Mark II review: Pocket-sized brilliance
5.0

A great concept expertly realised, the Canon G7 X Mark II is very close to perfection.

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Canon G7X Mark II
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Trusted Reviews
Published: 22.06.2016
Canon G7X Mark II
4.0

Canon G7X Mark II review: Expensive, but good

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RTINGS.com
Published: 23.04.2021
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Review
3.7

The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III is a compact point-and-shoot camera suitable for vlogging. It can capture good quality shots that remain mostly free of noticea...

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Canon Powershot G7X Mark III Review – or, how I flew 12,000 km to San Francisco to review a camera in a nightclub - Ausdroid
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Ausdroid
Published: 29.01.2020
Canon Powershot G7X Mark III Review – or, how I flew 12,000 km to San Francisco to review a camera in a nightclub - Ausdroid
4.5

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Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Review
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Published: 07.08.2020
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Review
4.5

Table Of Contents_Why We Like It – Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark IIPerformanceDesignValueCanon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Wrap Up Reader Rating0 Votes09Expert RatingThe Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II is a step in the right direction for Canon and features many improvements over its predecessor. It also features a zoom lens that’s even more ambitious than the Sony RX100 which may earn it a distinction place in our best point and shoot camera list. You’ll just have to visit […]

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Canon PowerShot G7X Mark II
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Published: 29.06.2016
Canon PowerShot G7X Mark II
4.4

Canon updates its G7X with a new processor, improved grip, redesigned control ring and better continuous shooting capabilities.

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Canon G7 X Mark II Review: Small and PowerShot
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Published: 15.11.2016
Canon G7 X Mark II Review: Small and PowerShot
4.0

The Canon G7X Mk II is a direct competitor to Sony RX100 IV but at half the price and similar lens specs to make it a compelling choice. Review with photos.

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Review: On holiday with Canon’s Powershot G7X Mark II
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Published: 31.08.2016
Review: On holiday with Canon’s Powershot G7X Mark II

With a large sensor, a fast zoom lens, and manual controls, the compact Canon Powershot G7X Mark II can be different things to different people. It could be a step up from a smartphone, a versatile vacation shooter, or the chance for enthusiasts to travel light. We recently packed one to take on…

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Review | Photography Blog
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Published: 04.05.2016
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Review | Photography Blog
4.5

The Canon PowerShot G7 X is a brand new prosumer compact camera with a 1-inch image sensor, a fast 4.2x zoom lens and 8fps continuous shooting. The G7 X also offers the new Digic 7 processor, built-in wi-fi/NFC connectivity, 1080p HD video at 60fps with stereo sound, a 3 inch tilting touchscreen LCD, a lens control ring, 14-bit RAW files and a full range of manual shooting modes. Read the World's first Canon PowerShot G7 X review now...

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Published: 03.03.2017
Canon PowerShot G7X Mark II Review
3.9

Read the in depth Review of Canon PowerShot G7X Mark II Digital Cameras. Know detailed info about Canon PowerShot G7X Mark II configuration, design and performance quality along with pros & cons, Digit rating, verdict based on user opinions/feedback.

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II: Same, yet different from the original
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Published: 06.07.2016
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II: Same, yet different from the original

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The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II is an update to Canon’s popular G7 X camera. Staying true to the original platform, this updated version makes vlogging easier.

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Published: 24.04.2017
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