Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon G7 X MII and Canon ELPH 180 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon G7 X MII has external dimensions of 106 x 61 x 42 mm (4.17 x 2.4 x 1.65″) and weighs 319 g (0.70 lb / 11.25 oz) (including batteries). Canon ELPH 180 has external dimensions of 95 x 54 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.13 x 0.87″) and weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon G7 X MII and the Canon ELPH 180. Canon ELPH 180 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 11mm narrower, 7mm shorter and 20mm thinner than Canon G7 X MII.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon G7 X MII and Canon ELPH 180.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon G7 X MII and Canon ELPH 180.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon ELPH 180 is significantly lighter (193g ) than the Canon G7 X MII which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II nor Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon G7 X MII's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon ELPH 180's 2.7 screen.
In addition to the size advantage, Canon G7 X MII LCD screen also has a
Tilting feature where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Canon ELPH 180 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to G7 X MII.