• 1 inch 116.2mm2
  • 20.2 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 10.2 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 51,200

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Differences

Canon G7X Mark II advantages over Panasonic GH5S

  • Less expensive
    $629 vs $1798
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Integrated ND filter
    Yes vs No
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Thinner
    42 mm vs 87 mm
    Thinner
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/2000 vs 1/250 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • Lighter weight
    318g vs 660g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    20.2 vs 10.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos

Panasonic GH5S advantages over Canon G7X Mark II

  • Larger sensor
    4/3 vs 1 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 4.51 vs 2.41 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (DCI) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Fast startup
    ~1.10 vs 2.2 sec
    Faster startup lets you catch the moment
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 440 vs 265 shots
    Capture more photos
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 15 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    11.7 fps vs 8.1 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    600 vs 32 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Faster RAW shooting
    12.5 fps vs 8.0 fps
    Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
  • Bigger RAW buffer
    120 vs 21 shots
    Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 12800 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera

User reviews

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Review Excerpt

  • Very good image quality, Improved high ISO performance; Improved handling; Faster 8 fps burst mode; Burst rate no longer slows down with RAW files; Improved buffer depth.

  • Soft corners at wide angle; No viewfinder; No 4K video; Mediocre battery life; Sluggish buffer clearing; Continuous AF struggles on fast subjects.

  • Excellent video quality; Very good high ISO performance; Cinema 4K & UHD video up to 60p; Full HD up to 240p; 10-bit internal video recording; Tons of features & options for advanced/pro videographers.

  • 10MP resolution is limiting for still photos; No in-body image stabilization; Slower AF than GH5; Buffer clearing could be faster; No 6K Photo features due to sensor resolution.

The Competition

Compared to Canon G7X

Canon G7X Mark II
Canon G7X
  • $689
  • 1 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Shoots 24p video
  • $699
  • 1 inch
  • Longer exposure
Panasonic GH5S
Canon G7X
  • $1798
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor
  • $699
  • 1 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • NFC

Compared to Sony RX100 IV

Canon G7X Mark II
Sony RX100 IV
  • $689
  • 1 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $898
  • 1 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Shoot 4K video
Panasonic GH5S
Sony RX100 IV
  • $1798
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor
  • $898
  • 1 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Panasonic GH5

Canon G7X Mark II
Panasonic GH5
  • $689
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • NFC
  • $1266
  • 4/3
  • Larger sensor
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Panasonic GH5S
Panasonic GH5
  • $1798
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1266
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Panasonic G9

Canon G7X Mark II
Panasonic G9
  • $689
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • NFC
  • $965
  • 4/3
  • Larger sensor
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Panasonic GH5S
Panasonic G9
  • $1798
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $965
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Canon G7X Mark III

Canon G7X Mark II
Canon G7X Mark III
  • $689
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • NFC
  • $846
  • 1 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
Panasonic GH5S
Canon G7X Mark III
  • $1798
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $846
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
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