DPReview TV: Canon G5 X Mark II vs. G7 X Mark III

Canon's newest compact cameras, the G5 X II and G7 X III, have a lot in common, but with some very important differences. This week, Chris and Jordan do a side-by-side comparison to help you choose the one that's right for you. Want to see sample images from both cameras? Check out our sample galleries linked below!
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[@shantanabhadas7963]

I rarely comment on KZbin videos. But this channel is presenting fantastic videos, one after another. I truly appreciate your hard work in making these highly informative and fun videos. Looking forward to the next one.

[@doggo00654]

DPreview exists before youtube was a big hit. Great reviews always.

[@how.to.do.stuff.101]

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[@JeffDvrx]

That beginning. That's why we love you guys

[@marktollefson3311]

I agree that having an ND filter helps with keeping down diffraction to a minimum. I took an RX100 camera w/o an ND filter when hiking in the mountains and found that even at ISO 100 I had to stop down the aperture to keep from blowing highlights. I would not purchase a compact camera w/o a built-in ND filter unless it had a filter thread for a polarizer. I have owned several Canon cameras and I did like their menu system better than the Sony cameras I own. I wish that the menu systems would be changable to a red color like the Canon M5 does for night shooting.

[@HappyHubris]

Close, but we really want to see these new Canons vs the RX100 series. G5Xii was more intuitive than my RX100 in the store but felt substantially cheaper. Really interested in a comparison of the lens quality.

[@aerob1033]

Yeah, the main thing I want to see addressed is whether the new lens is sharper and producing better results than the old one, and most reviewers are not talking about that.

[@befit101]

Own a g7x mkiii, love it, menu is a breeze and takes great photos day time and night.

[@wickedhouston5538]

canon wins every time

[@bozmundarts2614]

@@wickedhouston5538 i doubt tbh, i found everything i wanted in the menu of my rx100 VA in the first day of using it (first time sony user). i had a canon before that one, and its 24mp aps-c sensor sucked compared to this one inch sensor, much better low light, and the zeiss 24-70mm is far more sharper and contrasty and even beats it in color to the 22mm canon lens i used, i bought it used and it came with the sticky grip on and it feels superb to hold on to, it has all the customization that lacked in my canon and a lot more. i feel more like canon loses every single time. specially with that contrast detect sensor showing its age...

[@wickedhouston5538]

@@bozmundarts2614 its crazy how much things can change in 10 months. i sold my canon. i now have the fujifilm xt3. its the best camera ever. i will never use another sony or canon again

[@Wabajak13]

120mm 2.8 on a compact of that size is really great. Always frustrated with my RX100V only going to 70mm.

[@keefbigman]

Buy the Vll & get 200mm!

[@griegomas]

Colors are fantastic on this video guys. Nice work.

[@proplinerfan]

Thanks for yet another great and entertaining review. One addition to USB charging. I was pretty disappointed and also asked Canon support here in Germany. They weren't very helpful. What I found out was that it's not the power but a new(er) technology called PD (power direct) USB Charging using USB Type C cables. I bought a rather cheap 12V car charger with PD (recognizable by the extra Type C plug) and it works like a charm. Also a power bank that includes this technology works. The best part is: I figured out that it also charges my EOS R. So it's actually great but Canon should make clear that USB charging requires PD enabled chargers.

[@Viajero69]

Interesting, can you share the brand name of this car charger and power bank? Cheers!

[@alexanderb.5719]

They are all marked PD. Look for PD powerbank or PD charger and you find what you need.

[@Viajero69]

@@alexanderb.5719 Thanks, I actually did find some on Amazon. Cheers!

[@SMGJohn]

Almost all modern powerbanks and chargers are PD rated, nowadays it aint much of an issue, as perhaps it used to be, downside of being forerunner in new features, not always widely supported until later.

[@alhOOO2O]

Just found this video whilst researching different compact cameras, and it is so comprehensive and useful! Thank you

[@lynginator]

What did you end up buying? Im on the same research run now 😅

[@1989niru]

Whatever the camera review you guys shot on GH5 king of all amazing to see em’

[@Tnaryt]

I’m three years late to this video…sad you all are closing the important information…also, that’s one of the best intros you all have ever done…too funny. As always I watch your videos because of how you approach the subject matter. I’m glad y’all found a new home at petapixel.

[@daniellindblom68]

Touch and drag when using EVF on the G5 X Mark II is very nice. 👌

[@geoemm]

1:40 Jordan looking at that toy sheep, cracked me up..

[@EDHBlvd]

Love watching the stuff in Chris’ hair starting around 2:23. Lol

[@vladimirsychev]

Thank you for the review! Couldn't deside what to opt for as a New Year's gift but now going to purchaise G5X mk.II

[@elpheemoore5879]

I'm thinking of getting a G5X II as a daily-carrying-everywhere camera that fits in my parka's pocket. Plus, he's the cutest among photography channels I've seen.

[@unbroken1010]

You bought a camera because it's cute? 😂 Oi vey

[@Koji-888]

No. Chris. Haha. Part samurai, part northwest lumberjack. Ohhh. 💁🏻‍♀️ 💕

[@Bikebreathtube]

This video helped me decide between the two and pervious Sony RX 100 VII helped, too. I went with the G5 and I'm quite happy.

[@BAdventures]

Very helpful info. Both Canon cams fell short. G7X III focusing issues; and G5X II no mic input. Good honest review and comparison 👍

[@loganholmberg2295]

Did you guys have any overheating issues with the cameras in 4k shooting? Allot of people have been complaining.

[@scdobserver835]

Haha at the intro! 😂

[@paololarocca7684]

nice snd entertaining video, for me two cameras are too close in specs and features and they should have been merged in one camera model, the g5x ii should have been differentiated either with a larger sensor (e.g. 4/3 ) or with a much longer zoom.....

[@-dubu]

God that intro...

[@tbip2001]

Has anyone in the industry ever asked canon to explain why they are removing 24fps ? Ive heard everyone say its to separate cams but has there ever been an actual official explanation?

[@seacow2001]

Cause they're dumb. And I'm a canon user.

[@mrinsaf]

Not dumb, they are targeting different region such as countries using 25 fps,50fps . Look at their pricing compared to competitors , plus there are people who are not into cinematic stuff and might only use 30 fps.

[@seacow2001]

@@mrinsaf I understand that but they have included that for every past camera. It's dumb not to include it just because they are not targeting north America

[@tbip2001]

Especially when every competitor offers it. It just seems so odd. Surely they are pushing people to thier competitors?

[@gilean6179]

Why isn't my Lumix LX10 (f1.4)($675)& my Lumix TZ200 (24-360)($645) even mentioned in here? huhuh.

[@lichtloper]

A very able tool, the G5XmkII is always with me.

[@robcoventry574]

Chris, Jordan, will you guys please do an update of this when Canon ships their firmware update at the end of October?

[@Atr1d1s]

Hey Rob, you can also directly contact Canon via their live chat if you have any questions on the latest updates. www.canon.co.uk/canonlive/live-chat/?

[@bryanbuff]

The G7X III is a huge fail. Overheats in 4K in less than 4 minutes and the autofocus is significantly WORSE than the G7X II.

[@MrHamncheez]

source?

[@vanderslagmulders]

@@MrHamncheez scores on Amazon for instance. use Google.

[@andyhoov]

From a photo perspective, I'd go with the Canon. The controls and faster lens really make up for the disparity in tech. However, I'd be interested see if there are any optical improvements with the new lens of the g5x II. The original lens, which I'm guessing is the same on all the G7X line, was quite soft at the wide end, and I'm the sort of person that generally doesn't do a lot of pixel peeping. Hopefully these new lens is an improvement.

[@loganholmberg2295]

Just proves I'm glad I picked up a g5xm1 for cheap cause the Mk2 came out. I like the old evf, the flip screen, touch screen, manual controls and the old autofocus is much better than what I had before anyways. Not worth the upgrade especially considering the steals you can find the g5xmk1 for now.

[@loganholmberg2295]

Oh and I don't care if the Sony is technically better than the Canon. I had the Sony before and I couldn't stand using it after a while. I didn't like the controls and I can't stand the Sony GUI (Its awful). I'll take Canon controls and menus any day of the week. I also like Canon color as well. There is just a....warmth? to the pics I take with a Canon that I can't seem to get in my Sony pics.

[@savagei6130]

I wanted to see "Picture in Picture" for the first time and I was directed to this video....

[@jack177cm]

I also bought a G7XMark3 and it shoots beautiful videos when in VideoBlog mode!

[@shiznuts]

Thing is... Sony traded the sensitivity in for range... which I find a bad move and doesn't make it an enthusiast camera anymore... and the regular Joe will find it too expensive. A premium compact is supposed to be an alternative to a mirrorless or DSLR, not having to carry around all the equipment, just having the little all-in-one camera that gets results that are quite close, e.g. in terms of lowlight sensitivity, shallow depth of field, dynamic range, color richness, etc. For the times where you haven't any photography targets set for the day, but will be happy to have it on you when the oppertunity arrises and will be a better tool for better results than your smartphone. I had high hopes for the LX100 Mark II. The original was their first premium compact in that form factor with 4/3" sensor. You'd think there's much to improve on someone's first try at something and there definitely was! But the update was so lacklustre, it seems they're not even trying to compete with Sony and Canon is this market segment! What a shame. That could've been 'the one'. So... really all that remains is Canon... and they know it, they know that they can just go do what they want with it. So, as cameraconspiracies would elude to... the Canon cripple hammer strikes again! Worse C-AF than even the previous iterations and no 24p to name a few. At least I suppose it's user friendly, does come with an ND-filter built-in, does livestreaming, have a 3.5mm input etc. But boy... why ruin what could've been a fine camera? It's times like these that I wish Nikon would've put in a little more effort to realize their 1" premium compact DL line-up of cameras. Because between the RX100 VII, LX100 Mark II and G7 X Mark III/G5 X Mark II, there isn't really one that's great. Maybe if Sony releases a RX100, but with the VA lens and keeping it under a 1000 bucks... or Panasonic releasing an LX200.

[@darkstepwarrior88]

Love the detailed explenation, finally ext mic that is great

[@riccz73]

Great video review! In my opinion the g7x m3 autofocus issue is a huge problem for those who want to take video footage. I had the g7x m2 which was incredibly faster and more responsive in the video autofocus. Now I'm in doubt to send it back to amazon or cross the fingers and wait october firmware update

[@ramblinjay3816]

This was very informative for me. This will be my first camera purchase ever and just wanted a nice camera for photos during me and my lady’s vacations. I will be picking up the canon G7 X Mark III and see what comes of it. Seems more of a stand still vlogging camera but I am hoping it will be good for parades and other fun events.

[@cameronforeman]

How has the camera treated you?

[@MistaFussichannel]

They’re not gonna want this once I’m done with it 🤣

[@DustinBKerensky97]

I keep saying, I think this form-factor/market would really benefit adapting it more to the growing number of people vlogging (or just making videos for their social media accounts) The camera's just about have it down but the flip screens and mic jacks should become standard. After than I could see these being the ideal camera for people going on their little "instagram vacations" or whatever where they're mixing photography and social media video.

[@Wynner3]

I'm not a fan of Canon cameras, but that internal ND filter is a great idea. I'm using a used Sony RX100 ii that I enjoy and will upgrade before I visit Europe again.

[@rozapavlova4131]

Is it true that the top and bottom parts of the Canon PowerShot G7X III are made of plastic?

[@chippy511]

You guys are good funny yes and your vids are very informative. Love watching them on my iPad 👍😉

[@video2000ification]

The G5 X 2 sholud have a mic jack!!!! It would've been the ultimate camera

[@Tnapvrvideo]

I am torn between the G5X Mark ii and the G1X Mark iii and the G7X Mark iii. My wife and I will simply use the camera for hiking images, paddling images, and images on our trips. We have little interest. Having vide in the camera is certainly nice, however I expect our video use will be minimal, if at all. I am leaning toward the G5X Mark ii, but I would certainly appreciate your thoughts on our choice. MANY THANKS!!!

[@MrHamncheez]

Does anyone know if the G5x ii can do mic in via usb-c -> 3.5mm adapter?

[@dagg497]

What camera and lens did u use for the narrative? And what microphone? Im guessing Sony A73 or GH5?

[@dave.mac.d]

It doesn't matter what camera you guys are talking about, I'll always watch. :)

[@joeframo3347]

Hello Chris Nichols you and Jordan are the best I know it's it's just like watching old reruns Perry Mason Andy and Mayberry but you two are the best still love 👍

[@shiznuts]

Such a bummer! It's like their interpretation of the RX100 IV a few years too late! With the infamous Sony overheating even. And how the heck can you do worse C-AF than previous iteration? You're Canon, the go-to brand for no0bz that want a point-n-shoot and the basics done right. Man... they better come out with a firmware update addressing the poor C-AF (Panasonic did it), adding 24p (Olympus did it on the E-M1) and raise the overheating threshod (like Sony did). Clicky ring? What about MF? And why oh why didn't the G7 X Mark III get the same lens as the G5 X Mark II? Why didn't the G5 X Mark II keep the original G5 X body style? Would've been perfect with the G7 X Mark III's features. This whole thing is just a mindboggle!

[@Faded.Visuals]

Shiznuts hmmm I have yet to experience any overheating from any of my cameras tbh! Did you update to the latest firmware?

[@jamescooke5063]

Still a useful video, thanks. As a 5d4 and grii user I find both these options frustrating. Why can't Canon produce a genuinely small photographer's camera with a viewfinder and good controls, leaf shutter and flash? Hotshoe, evf or hybrid ovf, small zoom or even better 35mm prime and aps-c like the x100 series or griii with crop. Trouser pocketable. ub-c. Go Canon....

[@SMGJohn]

Canon G5 X was very close to what you described, but its older sensor but for its age its actually hold up really well and the lens is very sharp, overall image quality should be comparable to RX100 M7 and these newer stacked sensors, even in low light its very impressive indeed.

[@drdimento]

Great review and comparison. QUESTION: Considering I like the G5Xm2 the best, what Canon camera would be the next step UP to get mic input, Dual Pixel AF, live streaming . . and only the first two of these are the most important. Thanks in advance for your consideration of this matter.

[@PanditaP]

Omg that intro got me ☠️

[@Ranger42]

The GX7 video is outstanding. Can clearly and vividly pick up a whitehead pimple at 10 feet.

[@okaro6595]

On my EOS M you could turn the touch shutter off. Or well you could but the button to turn it on was on the screen so it turned on when it was hanging on the neck. The touch shutter is good for redundancy. It is good that there are few single components that turns the camera useless if they fail.

[@Ranblv]

you should have compared their macro abilities other than that great video.

[@booshipvideo5513]

One Inch sensor's still image and video quality usually can satisfy most of the casual user. If you are not into vlog (fixed screen, non-flip) or wanted new function but better zoom range, for new user in camera you can consider Panasonic ZS100 (TZ110) optical zoom range 250mm + dynamic zoom + digital zoom get a total 1440mm in 4k. Try luck on second hand for cheap price for start learner. Only sacrifice low light video quality a little bit (still image ok). Until you know more about camera and tend to upgrade year or years later then consider a updated camera to your new expectations.

[@asanmartinjr07]

Can the G5X Mk II shoot vertical video? Thanks.

[@GameFirst]

after watching the video, i just remember "the grip, the grip, the grip". lol

[@BudieyChannel]

Cool. I want it!

[@jeffcoulter7181]

Great review, thanks.

[@maxpowers3732]

When are you going to to a comparison between the G7XIII and the RX100 VA for photography? I need to know which one to get as a general purpose travel camera. I don't really care about video

[@christianvixen5193]

G5x ii

[@peppercorn8451]

What a sun star at 4:13

[@HelloHopia]

Is it worth it upgrading my canon m50 to g7xmark iii?

[@radiozelaza]

those cameras should allow for plugging in a USB-C headset with mic, just like in a smartphone - then G5X would also qualify as a decent vlogging cam. Why is that consumer electronics segment so 15 years behind the smartphone branch?

[@flyfishfotofan]

I haven’t heard or read anything about the effectiveness of the image stabilization. For landscapes I’d like to be shooting a 1” sensor at F2.8,4,or 5.6 and would like to keep the speed low enough (without resorting to a tripod) to keep ISO at base level.

[@DerekComer]

own the G7x Mk1, its 5 years old now, I have a Fuji X100F and Fuji X70, but my wife hates both of the Fuji Camera's so I'm looking at getting a new point and shot,, I have had lots of Canon Compact camera's G9s, the old ixus range and have always been happy with them, but I'm going to get a Sony RX 100 Vii next or the 8 if that comes out soon, Sony just seem to be miles ahead with there auto focus, yes they are more expensive, but when did Money ever come into the equation when we buy camera gear, if it did I wouldn't have a 56mm f1.8, a 16-55 f2.8, 4 Billingham Bags and photography isn't even my job lol. Love the channel Thanks

[@MrUCTeja]

I am looking to buy a new camera and am stuck between the advance compact cameras like Canon G series or Sony RX 100s and Canon M50 or Sony A6000. Can you elaborate on why these cameras are more expensive than interchangeable lens cameras like Canon EOS M50 or Sony a6000 although the later have bigger sensors, better auto-focus ability, etc. Essentially, I want to understand what I am paying for when going for the G series cameras apart from size. Because, when I looked at the specs, I am getting a smaller camera, but the sensor size is also smaller... Thank you..!

[@charlotteolsson]

So, if I find it more important with great photo quality than videographing, I should go with G5 X Mark II?

[@nicoletiana]

love the mark ii. thinking about getting the iii? i love canon.

[@kodefashmodefa]

All i want is a point and shoot with 4k 24p with a fastish lens that i dont need a loan for

[@pierreleger]

Best Cam > G3 X . I hope they will update this small Bridgecam

[@iyn1911]

Is Canon is market testing which features is profitable?

[@InspiRAWtion]

Again, I think it would be great if you would shoot the full episode with the camera you are reviewing so we could understand the video quality better.

[@caezarpolicarpio837]

Is the iq of g7x iii significantly better than g7x ii? What about its low light shots? Does it have a noticeable advantage over the g7x ii? Im planning to buy one but confused between the two. Btw I'm taking about still photography. Pushing to use this for family daily and travel photography. Or is it better to invest in high end phone? Thanks

[@michaelj7069]

That opening reminds me of Jordan's eye juice on that poor RX100 from a while ago.

[@unbroken1010]

Should have kept these guys

[@k_s.m]

How is the zoom? Is it still slow and slugish? I still cannot understand why these brands are not able to make such zoom so we could change from tele to wide with a half ring turn using fingers...is it so difficult?

[@sclogse1]

Gentlemen, why is it that no one reviews or talks about manual settings in video on all these cameras? I want to upgrade from a Canon Elph 310HS, a very handy oldy wirh a great zoom and macro, but no manual override on exposure in video. I lnow some of these cameras have this feature, but it's never discussed. Why?

[@demojoys]

the current re sell price on the G5 X Mark II is ridiculous hahahahahha

[@oneeyedphotographer]

Canon makes the sensors for its EOS cameras. As far as I know it buys the others, that would be a reason for no DPAF. If Sony doesn't want to sell its latest sensor, what is a competitor to do?

[@BlueBomberTurbo]

3:15 Did Chris just flip us all off?

[@MackoURSYNOW]

Which one is better for street photo? I like good usable ISO to take pictures with not enough light. G7X mk3 or RX100 IV ?a

[@Maripapapa]

Hey! thanks for the content. Do you think the g5x II is still worth buying? I can't choose a new camera. I'm "advanced" amateur photographer and i need a good pocket camera for travel and street, I have the g15 -which i love- but is dying :( Thanks!

[@motogpwin]

Color grading on this video tho!

[@vivi21channel]

HI .. i just bought G5X II .. but i can't find the panorama function. (Forgive me .. as i am used to mobile photography) .. can you guide me???

[@JessMatney]

I know I’m late to the game but do you know of a cage for the G5x mark ii? You can find one for the G7 but not

[@dickiespostman3648]

Hi, would this camera be a good upgrade to my Canon M3, which I mainly use to do my KZbin product videos mainly indoors. Could you just take look at one of my videos. Just to see io should stick with this camera or upgrade to another.Also I need it holiday & family event videos, I did think of the Sony RX 100 Vii is this over kill for my needs.Please could you advise.👍🏾🇬🇧

[@summerhot8278]

I have a panasonic fz80 and I'm not happy with it. The photos taken with it are terrible. Is this one better? Should I sell the fz80 and get this one instead?

[@bartoszadamczyk4589]

Good work! Thanks!

[@abdulmaidin6995]

Hi jus bought canon G5X Mark ii... Any setup videos??

[@AlbertBalbastreMorte]

So for interview vids for a documentary, taking in account I'm a sound techie with not a lot of knowledge about cameras, Sony RX100 VII over the G7 X mark III? I heard the SONY ZV-1 is based on the RX100 and they're easy to use, but I'm under the feeling I don't like it as much as the G7.

[@karthickm4850]

which one would you recommend canon g5x or ricoh GR III or sony rx100 VII?

[@JeanV1986]

They are nice cameras and all, but when I look at the sample gallery, the images just look so soft compared to my old RX100III (nice jpeg colours , though).

[@ytubeleo]

I wish they would just add Dual Pixel AF on the G5 X, along with a microphone jack, even if they had to stick an extra hundred quid on the price. And the subsampled 4K will affect low-light performance a lot - even people happy with 3K quality still want good high ISO. I'm not sure how they are subsampling, but if they are only using 3840 of the 5472 horizontal pixels and doing the same vertically then they're only using 50% of the usable pixels of the sensor!

[@rolandblack7846]

Can anyone help me?? I just got this camera but whenever I take a selfie or try to take a video its comes out mirrored?? Does anyone know how to cancel this?

[@WhiskyCanuck]

But how does Chris feel about the grip?

[@05glisedan]

[QUESTION].... Hi Chris (and other shooters). I'm looking for a compact, good at low light and wide enough for landscape. Which camera to do you recommend? Primary function will be stills. Budget, under $850. We plan to visit Venice in spring 2020 and don't want to take the 6D w/ 16-35. Too big and heavy. I'm planning to take lots of night shots and interior. Also of landscape throughout the day. We're traveling light weight, backpack/carry-on only.. 15lbs total. Thanks for your reviews. Looking forward to your reply.

[@vivi21channel]

i still can't pick in between both of them... help me!!!!

[@merianahuang]

G7x mark ii or G7x mark iii??

[@martinistse]

2:51 the thing on his ear

[@pangerangaz2160]

ummm sorry i got caught in his eye,, sooo ,yeahh.. hhaaa

[@7ilippo84]

Hi guys, my compliment for all your videos really professional and funny ;-) I am stuck in the decision to buy the Sony RX100 VII and the Canon GX5 II for taking picture. I really like the possibility to have a longer Zoom, but I also think that Canon with bigger apertur from 1.8 could be much better for picture. Which one you cam recon to me ? Thank you so much for your time Filippo :-D

[@skakdosmer]

I always enjoy these 1” sensor camera reviews! Because every time I see the low light performance, I appreciate how fortunate I am to own a DSLR with a fast lens.

[@ignacioscheid8296]

Hello, I'm searching for a camera which can take pictures in 300dpi, do you now if Canon G7X M II take photos with that resolution? if not, can M III do that? Thanks and greetings