Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II
Announced February 18, 2016
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Reviewer Consensus
Strong
The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II is a capable, compact point-and-shoot that significantly improves upon its predecessor with a faster processor and a more ergonomic grip. While it delivers excellent image quality and intuitive touchscreen controls, it lacks a viewfinder and 4K video recording, leaving it slightly behind more feature-rich competitors.
Weighted from 26 reviewer scores
Pros
- Responsive and versatile touchscreen interface
- Fast autofocus system and performance
- Improved handling and ergonomic design
- Excellent image quality and color reproduction
- Bright, versatile zoom lens
Cons
- Limited video features including lack of 4K and external mic input
- Missing built-in electronic viewfinder
- Below-average battery life
- Softness at the edges of the frame
- Launch price $699.99 (USD)
- Sensor 20.1MP 1-inch CMOS
- Burst 8 fps electronic
What the Reviewers Say
All 26 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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- DPReview 81/100
It’s by no means a perfect camera, but it’s an enormous improvement over the original model.
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[W]hat we get is a faster, more capable premium compact that still captures excellent images across a wide range of ISOs.
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Ultimately Canon’s fixed most of the functional flaws of the original Mark I to deliver a camera I very much enjoyed using.
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The result is a camera that may not be quite exemplary, but that will be very pleasing to use and dependable in a variety of situations for a lot of people.
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[T]he camera is just feeling quality, it's handling really, really well and I'm enjoying it.
- WIRED 8/10
[I]t might not be the coolest or the sexiest compact you can buy, but it's well-rounded and offers plenty of power for the average camera buyer.
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The Canon Powershot G7 X Mark II delivers excellent image quality in a pocketable camera with rapid speeds and full manual control.
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[T]he Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II does just enough to keep up with the main competition, although the continued lack of any kind of viewfinder [...] gives the Sony Cyber-shot RX100 Mk IV the edge.
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The Canon G7X Mark II is a great travel compact for those who want a small camera that offers a high level of control and excellent image quality.
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The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II is a pricey pocket camera with image quality that goes toe-to-toe with much larger models.
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Canon has introduced a series of small but significant improvements in the G7 X II which continue to make this series a very likeable alternative to a DSLR or other chunkier cameras.
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The result is a camera that may not be quite exemplary, but that will be very pleasing to use and dependable in a variety of situations for a lot of people.
- CNET 8/10
A big improvement in all respects over the original G7 X, the Mark II doesn’t quite catch up to competitors when it comes to features or speed, but it’s fast and feature-filled enough that it’s a good choice if you’re looking to step up from a phone or older compact.
- Photo Review 8.7/10
The PowerShot G7X Mark II provides worthwhile improvements on its predecessor and is a better all-round performer.
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[T]he Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II has impressed us more than we had anticipated. [...] [W]hat looks like little more than a nip and tuck compared to the original model turns out to be a turbocharging in the performance stakes.
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[T]he G7 X II is on course for being my favourite camera of 2016.
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[T]his is such a good all-round compact camera that nobody's talking about.
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In the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II, Canon provides pocket point and shooters with a camera that, thanks to its large sensor, its controls, and its feature set, provides pocket point and shooters with a rationale to put down that phone and take a photograph instead of an image.
- India Today 8/10
[I]f you are looking for a camera with which to shoot wildlife pictures next time your are on Safari or if you want a camera for the absolute best videos, or if you are going to do sports photography, the G7X Mark II is not a good option.
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The G7X Mark II, it is a great overall camera.
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The $700 Canon G7X Mark II offers a reliable, and fun, user experience which we would whole-heartedly recommend.
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The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II is a great all-around camera.
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[T]his is one of the best vlogging cameras for a long time now and for this price.
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[I]t's a fantastic little camera with great build quality and very impressive image quality.
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[O]verall I'm going to say that I would definitely recommend this camera for anyone looking for a mirrorless handheld pocketable solution that's not too expensive.
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[I]t will serve you well and you'll have a lot of fun with it.
