• 1 inch 116.2mm2
  • 20.2 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.6 inch 22.4mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon G7X advantages over Samsung Galaxy S6

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Larger sensor
    1 inch vs 1/2.6 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 2.41 vs 1.12 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • More telephoto lens reach
    100 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Integrated ND filter
    Yes vs No
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More pixels
    20.2 vs 16.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle lens
    24 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 800 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Samsung Galaxy S6 advantages over Canon G7X

  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Thinner
    6 mm vs 40 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    138g vs 302g
    Lighter weight
  • Higher-res screen
    3686k vs 346k pixels
    More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Both provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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Review Excerpt

  • Very compact body fits in a pants pocket; Zoom lens is both brighter and further-reaching than anything offered by its enthusiast compact rivals; Selfie-friendly tilting LCD monitor; Intuitive touch-screen interface; Very good image quality for its class; Wi-Fi connectivity gets photos on your phone

  • No electronic viewfinder; Soft corners at wide-angle; Flare issues and fringing shooting wide-open; Weak performance when shooting raw files; Tendency to underexpose in low light; Limited battery life

  • Read our Canon G7X Review

The Competition

Compared to Sony RX100 III

Canon G7X
Sony RX100 III
  • $699
  • 1 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $748
  • 1 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Canon G7X vs Sony RX100 III

Samsung Galaxy S6
Sony RX100 III
  • $649
  • 1/2.6 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Touchscreen
  • $748
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Samsung Galaxy S6 vs Sony RX100 III

Compared to Panasonic LX100

Canon G7X
Panasonic LX100
  • $699
  • 1 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $598
  • 4/3
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Canon G7X vs Panasonic LX100

Samsung Galaxy S6
Panasonic LX100
  • $649
  • 1/2.6 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $598
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Samsung Galaxy S6 vs Panasonic LX100

Compared to Sony RX100 II

Canon G7X
Sony RX100 II
  • $699
  • 1 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Fast startup
  • $598
  • 1 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Canon G7X vs Sony RX100 II

Samsung Galaxy S6
Sony RX100 II
  • $649
  • 1/2.6 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Touchscreen
  • $598
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Samsung Galaxy S6 vs Sony RX100 II

Compared to Sony RX100 IV

Canon G7X
Sony RX100 IV
  • $699
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $898
  • 1 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Canon G7X vs Sony RX100 IV

Samsung Galaxy S6
Sony RX100 IV
  • $649
  • 1/2.6 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $898
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Samsung Galaxy S6 vs Sony RX100 IV

Compared to Canon G7X Mark II

Canon G7X
Canon G7X Mark II
  • $699
  • 1 inch
  • Longer exposure
  • $675
  • 1 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Shoots 24p video

Compare Canon G7X vs Canon G7X Mark II

Samsung Galaxy S6
Canon G7X Mark II
  • $649
  • 1/2.6 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $675
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

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