Canon’s PowerShot G Series compared

Which PowerShot compact camera is for you and how do they differ?

We compare the features of the Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III, G5 X Mark II and G7 X Mark III compact cameras so you can decide which suits your needs the best.

PowerShot G1 X Mark III

Sitting at the top of the PowerShot line-up is the Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III. It combines the best of the PowerShot features and taking notes from Canon’s EOS DSLR range. It’s designed to be a premium compact camera for photographer’s looking for a small, but powerful alternative to an interchangeable lens camera – an ideal every day, walk-about or travel camera.

 

This model features and 24.2MP APS-C sized sensor, like you would find in a DSLR such as a Canon EOS 90D, and a fast aperture 24-72mm (in 35mm equivalent terms) or 3x zoom lens. Image stabilisation up to 4 stops and Canon’s Dual Pixel CMOS AutoFocus and the ability to shoot up to 7fps, means you won’t miss a moment.

An electronic viewfinder means composing pictures in bright light is not a problem and again gives you that DSLR-like handling.

As well as impressive stills, you can shoot Full HD at 60p – handheld shooting is again helped by Dual Pixel CMOS AF and 5-axis move IS.

Connect to a mobile device or smartphone to easily via Bluetooth to share your pictures or control with your phone.

 

Why buy the PowerShot G1 X Mark III?

Buy if: you don’t need 4K video and you want to be able to take impressive stills whilst also creating video content – the PowerShot G1 X Mark III is definitely one to consider.

 

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PowerShot G5 X Mark II

The G5 X Mark II is more of an all-rounder. Blending performance with portability, it comes as a smaller, more compact body than the G1 X Mark III and features a 5x zoom lens, a pop-up Electronic Viewfinder.

A flip up screen means you can use this for selfies or vlogging, with both 4K and Full HD video options.

The G5 X Mark II features a 20.1MP 1 inch CMOS sensor with a 24-120mm (in 35mm equivalent terms) F1.2-F2.8 lens which gives a lot of versatility.

Connect to a mobile device or smartphone to easily via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi to share your pictures or control with your phone.

 

Why buy the PowerShot G5 X Mark II?

Buy if: you’re looking for a small, easy to use camera to take everywhere with you. You’ve reached the limits of your phone’s camera performance, but you want a camera you can carry everywhere with you for stills and some video. If this sounds like you, then buy the PowerShot G5 X Mark II.

 

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G7 X Mark III

A firm favourite with vloggers due to its compact size, versatility and features – including built-in live streaming. The G7 X Mark III is small and light with much more of a focus on video and features designed with vloggers in mind such as built-in live streaming capabilities.

 

Like the G5 X Mark II, it features a 20.1MP 1 inch CMOS sensor and powerful processor. It can shoot in 4K / 25p and Full HD at up to 120p. The G7 X Mark III has a slightly shorter lens, with only 4.2x zoom or a 24-100mm in 35mm equivalent terms. For most people looking at this model, this won’t be a problem.

The G7 X Mark III does not feature an electronic viewfinder and instead relies on the monitor. This is a vari-angle monitor which flips up so you can easily vlog or take selfies.

Where the G7 X Mark III stands out is with the inclusion of a microphone input and live YouTube streaming.

 

 

You can stream live to YouTube straight from the camera and you can power the camera over USB (whilst in use). This means you can plug it in to ensure you don’t run out of battery if you’re doing a long live stream. Some gimbals even have features to power the cameras being used on them, so even streaming on the go is an option.

 

Why buy the PowerShot G7 X Mark III?

Buy if – you want a compact camera creating videos for YouTube, which can also produce good stills and is super convenient to carry everywhere you go. If you dream of being the next big YouTube star, the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III is one to consider!

 

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