A well-equipped premium compact camera, which is capable of producing some fantastic images. The G7X Mark II is a great backup camera, but others in Canon’s G-series lineup may be more suited to enthusiast photographers.
Still lags behind the competition with respect to features and some aspects of performance
Lacks hot shoe and EVF
Doesn't support 4K video capture
Competitors and Related Products
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Canon didn't need to deliver a major overhaul of its excellent G7 X, and the upgrades in the G7 X II build on the original camera's reputation, particularly the performance-boosting DIGIC 7 processor. The only disappointment is the continued absence of a viewfinder.
It's a tough old time for compact cameras. Canon's G7 X Mark II is good at pretty much everything, yet it's still not the kind of device you should buy no questions asked. The competition at this kind of price is absolutely ferocious.For sheer...
The Sony RX100 series remains to be beat, but given their premium price point, the S$799 Canon PowerShot G7X Mark II is a much more palatable option with a handful of unique features to call its own, or go for G5X if you needed EVF. There are unique...
LikeSolid, sturdy, compact design.Great quality straight-out-of-camera images.Image transference via Wi-Fi/app easy to use.Don't LikeClumsy flash.Lack of charging options.The price.So should you buy it? The best recommendation I can give is that I plan...
The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II is a well-designed enthusiast compact that's a pleasure to use. It offers a versatile focal range, very good image quality, a large buffer for continuous shooting and 1080/60p video capture. Sharpening and noise...
When the Canon PowerShot G7 X was released, it didnt have much in the way of competition. Now, the idea of a pocketable camera furnished with a 1in or Micro Four Thirds sensor, together with raw shooting and plenty of manual control, is a bit less...
The absence of a built-in viewfinder will always be a deal-breaker for us so we're inclined to recommend the PowerShot G5X, which has a high-resolution EVF built-in, over the PowerShot G7X Mark II. Particularly in the Southern Hemisphere, where skies...
What is the Canon G7X Mark II? The Canon G7X Mark II sits in Canon's premium range of compact cameras. It's intended to appeal to those who want a device that offers a high level of control and excellent image quality, but slots into your pocket. It...
A well-equipped premium compact camera, which is capable of producing some fantastic images. The G7X Mark II is a great backup camera, but others in Canon’s G-series lineup may be more suited to enthusiast photographers.
I'm a massive fan of this type of camera. It's ideal for holidays and expeditions where a big camera is impractical, and especially for nights out where most compact cameras really struggle in low light. SLR and CSC owners may want to get one as a...