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Canon G7 X MIII Review

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    Main Features

    • 20MP - 1" BSI-CMOS Sensor
    • ISO 125 - 12800( expands to 25600)
    • 24-100 mm F1.8-2.8 Zoom Lens
    • Optical Image Stabilization
    • 3" Tilting Screen
    • 30.0 fps continuous shooting
    • 4K (UHD) - 3840 x 2160 video
    • Built-in Wireless
    • 304g. 105 x 61 x 41 mm
    • Replaced Canon G7 X MII
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    Canon G7 X MIII Overview

    First introduced in July 2019 , Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III is a 20.0MP Large sensor compact camera with a 1" (13.2 x 8.8 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor, built-in Image Stabilization , Tilting touch screen and 24-100 mm F1.8-2.8 lens. Canon replaced the older G7 X MII with this model. Follow the link to read our detailed comparison of these models:
    Compare Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III vs Canon G7 X MII

    Canon G7 X MIII Review - Click for Table of Contents

    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. Sensor and Photography Features
    4. Physical Specs
    5. LCD and Viewfinder
    6. Connectivity, Storage and Battery
    7. Video
    8. Other Features
    9. Lens
    10. Photography Type Scores
    11. Alternatives
    12. Popular Comparisons
    13. Frequently Asked Questions
    14. Detailed Specifications

    Canon G7 X MIII is a member of Canon's PowerShot G X series of cameras. Below you can see the latest models in this series and how their main specs have changed with each new version.

    Canon PowerShot G X Series History
    Model Release Date Sensor Max FPS Dimensions Weight
    Canon G5 X MII
    Compare
    2019 20.0MP - 1" 30.0 fps 111 x 61 x 46mm 340g
    Canon G7 X MIII
    2019 20.0MP - 1" 30.0 fps 105 x 61 x 41mm 304g
    Canon G9 X II
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    2017 20.0MP - 1" 8.2 fps 98 x 58 x 31mm 206g
    Canon G7 X MII
    Compare
    2016 20.0MP - 1" 8.0 fps 106 x 61 x 42mm 319g
    Canon G9 X
    Compare
    2015 20.0MP - 1" 6.0 fps 98 x 58 x 31mm 209g

    Check the link below to compare specs of the latest cameras in this series:
    Canon G5 X MII vs G7 X MIII vs G9 X II vs G7 X MII vs G9 X

    Canon G7 X MIII has an Overall Score of 66/100 and ranked #18 out of 61 in Large sensor compact cameras (Top 10 Compact), and ranked #198 out of 1220 in all Cameras (Top 10 Overall).

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    Canon G7 X MIII Physical Specs
    Canon G7 X MIII weighs 304 g (0.67 lb / 10.72 oz) and has external dimensions of 105 x 61 x 41 mm (4.13 x 2.4 x 1.61″). Considering that the average weight of Large sensor compact type cameras is 401g, Canon G7 X MIII is a remarkably light camera for its class. Even better, with a thickness of only 41mm, it is also quite small, 14mm thinner than the average of its class.
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    Here is the front and top view image of Canon G7 X MIII with the dimensions:

    Canon G7 X MIII Body Size Dimensions
    Front and Top View External Dimensions and Size of Canon G7 X MIII Camera Body

    In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Canon G7 X MIII, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.


    Canon G7 X MIII Body Size Compared to a Credit card and a Battery
    Physical size of the Canon G7 X MIII Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery

    Now lets compare the weight and thickness of Canon G7 X MIII with its main competitors:

    Canon G7 X MIII Size Compared to Main Competitors
    Model Weight vs G7 X MIII Thickness vs G7 X MIII
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Canon G7 X MII
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    319g 15g heavier 42mm 1mm thicker
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Canon G5 X MII
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    340g 36g heavier 46mm 5mm thicker
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Sony ZV-1
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    294g 10g lighter 44mm 3mm thicker
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Sony RX100 VII
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    302g 2g lighter 43mm 2mm thicker
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Canon M50
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    390g 86g heavier 59mm 18mm thicker
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Canon M200
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    299g 5g lighter 35mm 6mm thinner
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Sony RX100 V
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    299g 5g lighter 41mm equal thickness
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Canon G1 X III
    Compare
    399g 95g heavier 51mm 10mm thicker

    Weather Sealing

    Canon G7 X MIII doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing page.

    Canon G7 X MIII Sensor and Photography Features

    Canon G7 X MIII has a 20.0MP 1" (13.2 x 8.8 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor and features DIGIC 8 processor. You can shoot at maximum resolution of 5472 x 3648 pixels with aspect ratios of 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9. G7 X MIII has a native ISO range of 125 - 12800 which can be boosted to 25600 and it can save files in RAW format which gives you a wider room for post processing.

    Canon G7 X MIII is not the highest resolution 1 inch Sensor camera. Nikon 1 J5 with its 21.0MP sensor is leading in this class. Check the comparison of Canon G7 X MIII vs Nikon 1 J5 or take a look at Highest resolution Compact cameras list.

    Let's look at how the size of the Canon G7 X MIII's 1" sensor compares with other standard sensor sizes.

    Canon G7 X MIII Sensor Size Comparison
    Comparison image of Canon G7 X MIII Sensor Size with other standard sensors

    Canon G7 X MIII Lens

    Canon G7 X MIII features a 24-100 mm F1.8-2.8 4.2x zoom lens. This camera offers exceptional wide angle capacity thanks to 24mm focal length on the wide end, while 100mm on the tele end means that the medium telephoto angle is also well covered, only lacking the reach for wildlife and sports.

    Wide Coverage

    Large sensor compact Cameras

    G7 X MIII
    Widest - Canon G1 X II
    Average
    Telezoom

    Large sensor compact Cameras

    G7 X MIII
    Longest - Panasonic ZS200
    Average

    Providing a max aperture of f1.80 at 24mm, this lens is remarkably fast on wide end. Even better, having an aperture of f2.80 on tele end, this lens is exceptionally fast through out its range.

    Max Aperture at Wide

    Large sensor compact Cameras

    G7 X MIII
    Fastest - Panasonic LX10
    Average
    Max Aperture at Tele

    Large sensor compact Cameras

    G7 X MIII
    Fastest - Leica Q
    Average

    G7 X MIII is also equipped with Optical image stabilization system which is very handy especially at lower shutter speeds. Canon G7 X MIII's lens also has a Manual Focus Mode.



    Canon G7 X MIII LCD

    Canon G7 X MIII has a Tilting 3" LCD screen with a resolution of 1,040k dots. Both the screen size and the screen resolution is up to the standards of this class.

    LCD is Touch screen type, so you can change the settings and set the focus point with your fingertips.

    Canon G7 X MIII back view and LCD

    For those of you who loves shooting selfies, self or group photos, Canon G7 X MIII will make your life easier with its Selfie friendly screen. Another group of users who will take advantage of G7 X MIII's LCD screen are Vloggers and any video creators who are working in a single-person setup.


    Canon G7 X MIII Selfie Friendly LCD

    G7 X MIII doesn't have a viewfinder and no option for external viewfinder. Lack of a viewfinder can be problematic especially under strong light where visibility of LCD screens goes down dramatically. If you need a Large sensor compact camera with a built-in viewfinder in a similar price range, consider Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III (Compare) or Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 (Lumix DMC-TZ100) (Compare).
    If the price is not an issue, take a look at our Top Rated Cameras with Viewfinders.

    Canon G7 X MIII Connectivity, Storage and Battery

    Canon G7 X MIII features built-in wireless (Wi-Fi) connectivity ( 802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) which lets you transfer your photos directly to compatible devices without any physical connection.Canon G7 X MIII's Bluetooth connectivity feature comes handy for connecting other devices that supports it. One other feature that we like is the ability to use our smartphone as a remote to control our G7 X MIII. You can change camera settings, release shutter, view LCD screen and tranfer files using remote control app.

    You can connect G7 X MIII to compatible devices via its HDMI port or Yes port.

    Battery

    Canon G7 X MIII is powered by a proprietary battery which provides a shooting life of 235 according to CIPA standards. Considering that the average battery life of Large sensor compact type cameras is 303 shots, Canon G7 X MIII has a short battery life for its class so we strongly recommend G7 X MIII owners to buy some extra batteries.

    Battery Life Comparison in Large sensor compact Cameras

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    Leica X Vario with its 450shots is the model with longest battery life among Large sensor compact cameras. Check the comparison of Canon G7 X MIII vs Leica X Vario or take a look at Longest Battery Life Compact cameras list.

    Canon G7 X MIII Features Compared to Main Competitors
    Model Max Video Battery Life Wi-fi Bluetooth NFC
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Canon G7 X MII
    Compare
    1920 x 1080 265shots Yes No Yes
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Canon G5 X MII
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    3840 x 2160 230shots Yes Yes No
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Sony ZV-1
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    3840 x 2160 260shots Yes Yes No
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Sony RX100 VII
    Compare
    3840 x 2160 260shots Yes Yes Yes
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Canon M50
    Compare
    3840 x 2160 235shots Yes Yes Yes
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Canon M200
    Compare
    3840 x 2160 315shots Yes Yes No
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Sony RX100 V
    Compare
    3840 x 2160 220shots Yes No Yes
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Canon G1 X III
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    1920 x 1080 200shots Yes Yes Yes

    Canon G7 X MIII Video Features

    With Canon G7 X MIII, you can record your videos at a highest resolution of 3840 x 2160 at 30p fps and save in MPEG-4 and H.264 formats. This means that Canon G7 X MIII provides 4K (Ultra-HD) video. Except some exotic 6K and 8K video recording cameras, 4K is the new standard in consumer video world.
    It is also a big step up from its predecessor G7 X MII which has a max video resolution of 1920 x 1080 only. If you are thinking of upgrading your G7 X MII and shoot a lot of video, this is a big factor to consider in favor of G7 X MIII.

    G7 X MIII has a built-in Stereo microphone and a Mono speaker. Canon G7 X MIII also has a port for an external microphone so you can record high quality sound with the help of an external microphone.

    Canon G7 X MIII Other Features

    Max Shutter speed

    Canon G7 X MIII can shoot continuously at max speed of 30.0 fps and has max shutter speed of 1/2000 sec. G7 X MIII also has an electronic shutter which can shoot silently at max speed of 1/25600s. One thing to keep in mind is that electronic shutter may cause rolling shutter / jello effects, and also banding issues under artificial light on your images.

    Flash

    Unfortunately G7 X MIII doesn't have an external flash shoe so you are limited with the built-in flash.

    Focusing

    Canon G7 X MIII features a Contrast Detection autofocusing system.

    Canon G7 X MIII also features Face detection AF where it intelligently detects the faces in the frame and locks the focus automatically.

    Canon G7 X MIII PROs and CONs Review

    Now let's get in to more details of our Canon G7 X MIII review by analysing its specs and features and listing out its pros and cons compared to average competitor cameras in its class.

    PROs
    Built-in Wireless (Wi-fi)
    Bluetooth Connectivity
    Image Stabilization
    Articulating Screen
    4K (UHD) Video
    Touch Screen
    RAW Shooting
    Face Detection Focusing
    20.0MP - High Resolution Sensor
    12.800 Max ISO
    1.040k dots LCD Resolution
    1/25600s Electronic Shutter Speed
    30.0fps Shooting w/ Mechanical Shutter
    Manual Focusing
    Manual Exposure
    External Microphone Port
    Timelapse Recording
    24mm Wide Angle Lens
    Fast 1.80 Lens at Wide
    Fast 2.80 Lens at Tele
    AE Bracketing
    3.0-stops Built-in ND Filter
    Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
    Remote control with a smartphone
    UHS-I Memory Card Support
    Webcam Functionality
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    CONs
    No External Flash Shoe
    No Built-in Viewfinder
    Low Battery Life: 235 shots
    Heavy Body: 304
    No Environmental Sealing
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    What type of Photography is Canon G7 X MIII Good for?
    In this section, we review and score Canon G7 X MIII in 5 different photography areas.

    Canon G7 X MIII for Portrait Photography

    Canon G7 X MIII has a score of 47 for Portrait Photography which makes it an AVERAGE candidate for this type of photography. If Portrait is important for you, we recommend you to check our Top Compact Cameras for Portrait Photography list.
    Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
    Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
    Image Stabilization
    RAW shooting capability
    Manual Focus Mode
    Manual Exposure Mode
    No External Flash Shoe
    No Built-in Viewfinder

    Read the details of how we scored Canon G7 X MIII for Portrait Photography

    Canon G7 X MIII for Street Photography

    Canon G7 X MIII has a score of 82 for Street Photography which makes it an EXCELLENT candidate for this type of photography.
    Manual Focus Mode
    Live-view
    Face-Detection Focusing
    Tilting LCD Screen
    Image Stabilization
    Fast Lens at Wide: f1.80
    24 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
    RAW shooting capability
    Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
    No Built-in Viewfinder

    Read the details of how we scored Canon G7 X MIII for Street Photography

    Canon G7 X MIII for Sports Photography

    Canon G7 X MIII has a score of 36 for Sports Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Sports We strongly recommend you to check our Top Compact Cameras for Sports Photography list and consider these alternatives over theG7 X MIII.
    Fast Continuous Shooting: 30.0fps
    Wireless Connection
    Manual Exposure Mode
    Manual Focus Mode
    Image Stabilization
    RAW shooting capability
    Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
    Environmental Sealings
    Focus Points
    Poor Battery Life: 235 shots
    No Built-in Viewfinder
    No External Flash Shoe
    100 mm Tele Lens

    Read the details of how we scored Canon G7 X MIII for Sports Photography

    Canon G7 X MIII for Daily Photography

    Canon G7 X MIII has a score of 75 for Daily Photography which makes it a GOOD candidate for this type of photography. If you are looking for a camera that is better suited to Daily Photography, we recommend you to check our Top 10 Compact Cameras for Daily Photography list.
    RAW shooting capability
    4.2X Optical Zoom
    Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
    304g
    Body Thickness 41mm

    Read the details of how we scored Canon G7 X MIII for Daily Photography

    Canon G7 X MIII for Landscape Photography

    Canon G7 X MIII has a score of 40 for Landscape Photography which makes it an AVERAGE candidate for this type of photography. If Landscape is important for you, we recommend you to check our Top Compact Cameras for Landscape Photography list.
    Manual Exposure Mode
    Manual Focus Mode
    24 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
    RAW shooting capability
    Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
    Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
    No Environmental Sealings

    Read the details of how we scored Canon G7 X MIII for Landscape Photography
    Canon G7 X MIII Alternatives
    In this section, we analyse how Canon G7 X MIII compares with other Large sensor compact cameras within a similar price range.
    Read a more detailed analysis of Canon G7 X MIII alternatives.

    Popular Comparisons of Canon G7 X MIII

    Here is the eight most popular comparisons of Canon G7 X MIII amongst Camera Decision readers.

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Canon G7 X MIII
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    What is the Max ISO of Canon G7 X MIII?
    What is the Sensor Size of Canon G7 X MIII?
    is the Canon G7 X MIII a Full Frame (FF) camera?
    Does the Canon G7 X MIII have Touch Screen?
    Does the Canon G7 X MIII have built-in Wireless?
    What is the Max Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) of Canon G7 X MIII?
    What is the Weight of Canon G7 X MIII?
    What are the Dimensions of Canon G7 X MIII?
    Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Detailed Specifications

    General
    Brand Canon
    Model Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III
    Announced 2019-07-09
    Body Type Large sensor compact
    Lens
    Manual Focus
    Lens Mount fixed lens
    Lens Focal Range 24-100 mm (4.2x)
    Max Aperture F1.8-2.8
    Macro Focus Range 5cm
    Screen
    Screen Type Tilting
    Screen Size 3"
    Screen Resolution 1,040k dots
    Live View
    Touch Screen
    Viewfinder
    Viewfinder None
    Viewfinder Resolution no electronic viewfinder
    Viewfinder Coverage n/a
    Viewfinder Magnification n/a
    Photography Features
    Min Shutter Speed 30s
    Max Mechanical Shutter Speed 1/2000s
    Max Electronic Shutter Speed 1/25600s
    Continuous Shooting 30.0 fps
    Shutter Priority
    Aperture Priority
    Manual Exposure Mode
    Exposure Compensation Yes
    Custom White Balance
    Image Stabilization
    Built-in Flash
    Flash Range 7.00 m
    Flash Modes Auto, on, slow synchro, off
    External Flash
    AE Bracketing
    WB Bracketing
    Exposure Modes
    Multi-Segment
    Average
    Spot
    Partial
    AF-Area
    Center Weighted
    DxO Sensor Scores
    DxO Overall Score not tested
    DxO Color Depth not tested
    DxO Dynamic Range not tested
    DxO Low Light ISO not tested
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    Sensor
    Sensor Type BSI-CMOS
    Sensor Size 1"
    Sensor Dimensions 13.2 x 8.8 mm
    Sensor Area 116.16mm2
    Sensor Resolution 20 megapixels
    Max Image Resolution 5472 x 3648
    Max Native ISO 12,800
    Max Boosted ISO 25600
    Min Native ISO 125
    RAW Support
    Autofocus
    AF Touch
    AF Continuous
    AF Single
    AF Tracking
    AF Selective
    AF Center
    AF Multi Area
    AF Live View
    AF Face Detection
    AF Contrast Detection
    AF Phase Detection
    Video Features
    Video Resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC
    Max Video Resolution 3840 x 2160
    Video Formats MPEG-4, H.264
    Microphone Port
    Headphone Port
    Connectivity
    Wireless Connectivity Built-In
    HDMI
    USB Yes
    Physical
    Environmental Sealing
    Water Proof
    Dust Proof
    Shock Proof
    Crush Proof
    Freeze Proof
    Weight 304g
    Physical Dimensions 105 x 61 x 41mm
    Battery Life 235 shots
    Battery Type Battery Pack
    Other Features
    Self Timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom)
    Timelapse Recording
    GPS None
    Storage Type SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible)
    Storage Slots 1


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