The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II and the Fujifilm XF10 are two digital cameras that were revealed to the public, respectively, in February 2016 and July 2018. Both the G7X Mark II and the XF10 are fixed lens compact cameras that are based on an one-inch (G7X Mark II) and an APS-C (XF10) sensor. The Canon has a resolution of 20 megapixels, whereas the Fujifilm provides 24 MP. Show Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.  Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II and the Fujifilm XF10? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.
Body comparisonThe physical size and weight of the Canon G7 X Mark II and the Fujifilm XF10 are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three successive views from the front, the top, and the rear are shown. All width, height and depth measures are rounded to the nearest millimeter. The XF10 can be obtained in two different colors (black, gold), while the G7X Mark II is only available in black. If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Fujifilm XF10 is notably larger (12 percent) than the Canon G7 X Mark II. However, the XF10 is markedly lighter (13 percent) than the G7X Mark II. In this context, it is worth noting that neither the G7X Mark II nor the XF10 are weather-sealed. Concerning battery life, the G7X Mark II gets 265 shots out of its NB-13L battery, while the XF10 can take 330 images on a single charge of its NP-95 power pack. The battery packs of both cameras can be charged via USB, which can be very convenient when travelling. The table below summarizes the key physical specs of the two cameras alongside a broader set of comparators. If you would like to visualize and compare a different camera combination, you can navigate to the CAM-parator app and make your selection from a broad list of cameras there. The price is, of course, an important factor in any camera decision. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. The XF10 was launched at a markedly lower price (by 29 percent) than the G7X Mark II, which puts it into a different market segment. Normally, street prices remain initially close to the MSRP, but after a couple of months, the first discounts appear. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.
Sensor comparisonThe size of the imaging sensor is a crucial determinant of image quality. All other things equal, a large sensor will have larger individual pixel-units that offer better low-light sensitivity, wider , and richer than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses. Of the two cameras under consideration, the Canon G7 X Mark II features an one-inch sensor and the Fujifilm XF10 an APS-C sensor. The sensor area in the XF10 is 218 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 2.7 and 1.5. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2. With 24MP, the XF10 offers a higher resolution than the G7X Mark II (20MP), but the XF10 nevertheless has larger individual pixels ( of 3.92μm versus 2.41μm for the G7X Mark II) due to its larger sensor. Moreover, the XF10 is a much more recent model (by 2 years and 4 months) than the G7X Mark II, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that further enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixel-units. The resolution advantage of the Fujifilm XF10 implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the XF10 for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 30 x 20 inches or 76.2 x 50.8 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 24 x 16 inches or 61 x 40.6 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 20 x 13.3 inches or 50.8 x 33.9 cm. The corresponding values for the Canon G7 X Mark II are 27.4 x 18.2 inches or 69.5 x 46.3 cm for good quality, 21.9 x 14.6 inches or 55.6 x 37.1 cm for very good quality, and 18.2 x 12.2 inches or 46.3 x 30.9 cm for excellent quality prints. The XF10 has on-sensor phase detect pixels, which results in fast and reliable autofocus acquisition even during live view operation. The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II has a native sensitivity range from ISO 125 to ISO 12800, which can be extended to ISO 125-25600. The corresponding ISO settings for the Fujifilm XF10 are ISO 200 to ISO 12800, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 100-51200. In terms of underlying technology, the G7X Mark II is build around a BSI-CMOS sensor, while the XF10 uses a CMOS imager. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras. For many cameras, data on sensor performance has been reported by DXO Mark. This service determines an overall sensor rating, as well as sub-scores for low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and color depth ("DXO Portrait"). The table below summarizes the physical sensor characteristics and sensor quality findings and compares them across a set of similar cameras. Sensor Characteristics # Camera Model Sensor Class Resolution (MP) Horiz. Pixels Vert. Pixels Video Format DXO Portrait DXO Landscape DXO Sports DXO Overall 1. Canon G7 X Mark II 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p21.811.9260622. Fujifilm XF10 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/15p24.013.41844833. Canon G7 X Mark III 1-inch 20.0 5472 36484K/30p22.212.4583654. Canon G5 X 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p21.412.3471625. Canon G9 X 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p21.512.3495636. Canon M3 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/30p22.811.81169727. Canon G7 X 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p23.012.7556718. Fujifilm X-T100 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/15p24.013.41829839. Fujifilm X-E3 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p23.913.317648210. Fujifilm X70 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/60p23.713.016088011. Panasonic ZS80 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p20.712.211035212. Panasonic ZS70 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p19.110.61063613. Panasonic LX10 1-inch 20.0 5472 36484K/30p22.812.55817014. Sony RX100 V 1-inch 20.0 5472 36484K/30p22.812.45867015. Sony RX100 IV 1-inch 20.0 5472 36484K/30p22.812.65917016. Sony RX100 III 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p22.412.34956717. Sony RX100 II 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p22.512.448367 Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
Many modern cameras cannot only take still pictures, but also record videos. The two cameras under consideration both have sensors whose read-out speed is fast enough to capture moving pictures, but the XF10 provides a better video resolution than the G7X Mark II. It can shoot movie footage at 4K/15p, while the Canon is limited to 1080/60p.
Feature comparisonApart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a variety of features. The G7X Mark II and the XF10 are similar in the sense that neither of the two has a viewfinder. The images are, thus, framed using live view on the rear LCD. The following table reports on some other key feature differences and similarities of the Canon G7 X Mark II, the Fujifilm XF10, and comparable cameras. Core Features # Camera Model Viewfinder (Type or 000 dots) Control Panel (yes/no) LCD Specifications (inch/000 dots) LCD Attach- ment Touch Screen (yes/no) Max Shutter Speed * Max Shutter Flaps * Built-in Flash (yes/no) Built-in Image Stab 1. Canon G7 X Mark IInone n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/2000s 8.0/s Y Y 2. Fujifilm XF10none n3.0 / 1040 fixed Y 1/4000s 6.0/s Y n 3. Canon G7 X Mark IIInone n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/2000s 30/s Y Y 4. Canon G5 X2360 n3.0 / 1040 swivel Y 1/2000s 5.9/s Y Y 5. Canon G9 Xnone n3.0 / 1040 fixed Y 1/2000s 6.0/s Y Y 6. Canon M3optional n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/4000s 4.2/s Y n 7. Canon G7 Xnone n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/2000s 6.5/s Y Y 8. Fujifilm X-T1002360 n3.0 / 1040 swivel Y 1/4000s 6.0/s Y n 9. Fujifilm X-E32360 n3.0 / 1040 fixed Y 1/4000s 8.0/s n n 10. Fujifilm X70optional n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/4000s 8.0/s Y n 11. Panasonic ZS802330 n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/2000s 10.0/s Y Y 12. Panasonic ZS701166 n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/2000s 10.0/s Y Y 13. Panasonic LX10none n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/4000s 10.0/s Y Y 14. Sony RX100 V2359 n3.0 / 1229 tilting n 1/2000s 24.0/s Y Y 15. Sony RX100 IV2359 n3.0 / 1228 tilting n 1/2000s 16.0/s Y Y 16. Sony RX100 III1440 n3.0 / 1229 tilting n 1/2000s 10.0/s Y Y 17. Sony RX100 IIoptional n3.0 / 1229 tilting n 1/2000s 10.0/s Y Y Note: *) Information refers to the mechanical shutter, unless the camera only has an electronic one.
The G7X Mark II has an articulated LCD that can be turned to be front-facing. This characteristic will be appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in snapping selfies. In contrast, the XF10 does not have a selfie-screen. The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, the XF10 is one of those camera that have an additional electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of ) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of ). The Canon G7 X Mark II and the Fujifilm XF10 both have an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software. The G7X Mark II is equipped with a zoom lens, while the XF10 comes with a built-in prime. The G7X Mark II has a 24-100mm f/1.8-2.8 optic and the XF10 offers a 28mm f/2.8 (focal lengths in full frame equivalent terms). Hence, the Canon provides a wider angle of view at the short end, as well as more tele-photo reach at the long end than the Fujifilm. The G7X Mark II offers the faster maximum aperture. Concerning the storage of imaging data, both the G7X Mark II and the XF10 write their files to SDXC cards. Both cameras can use UHS-I cards, which provide for Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s.
Connectivity comparisonFor some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II and Fujifilm XF10 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer. Input-Output Connections # Camera Model Hotshoe Port Internal Mic / Speaker Microphone Port Headphone Port HDMI Port USB Port WiFi Support NFC Support Bluetooth Support 1. Canon G7 X Mark II-stereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 2. Fujifilm XF10-stereo / monoY-micro2.0Y-Y 3. Canon G7 X Mark III-stereo / monoY-micro3.1Y-Y 4. Canon G5 XYstereo / mono--mini2.0YY- 5. Canon G9 X-stereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 6. Canon M3Ystereo / monoY-mini2.0YY- 7. Canon G7 X-stereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 8. Fujifilm X-T100Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0Y-Y 9. Fujifilm X-E3Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0Y-Y 10. Fujifilm X70Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0Y-- 11. Panasonic ZS80-stereo / mono--micro2.0Y-Y 12. Panasonic ZS70-stereo / mono--micro2.0Y-- 13. Panasonic LX10-stereo / mono--micro2.0Y-- 14. Sony RX100 V-stereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 15. Sony RX100 IV-stereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 16. Sony RX100 III-stereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 17. Sony RX100 IIYstereo / mono--micro2.0YY-
It is notable that the XF10 has a microphone port, which can help to improve the quality of audio recordings by attaching an external microphone. The G7X Mark II does not feature such a mic input. Both the G7X Mark II and the XF10 have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The G7X Mark II was replaced by the Canon G7 X Mark III, while the XF10 does not have a direct successor. Further information on the features and operation of the G7X Mark II and XF10 can be found, respectively, in the Canon G7 X Mark II Manual (free pdf) or the online Fujifilm XF10 Manual.
Review summarySo how do things add up? Which of the two cameras – the Canon G7 X Mark II or the Fujifilm XF10 – has the upper hand? Is one clearly better than the other? The listing below highlights the relative strengths of the two models. Reasons to prefer the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II:
Arguments in favor of the Fujifilm XF10:
If the count of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a measure, the XF10 is the clear winner of the contest (15 : 9 points). However, the relevance of individual strengths will vary across photographers, so that you might want to apply your own weighing scheme to the summary points when reflecting and deciding on a new camera. A professional wildlife photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a family photog, and a person interested in architecture has distinct needs from a sports shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one. G7X Mark II 09:15 XF10 How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Canon G7 X Mark II and the Fujifilm XF10 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Travel-Zoom Camera and Best Prime Lens Compact Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop. In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it says little about, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance of the G7X Mark II and the XF10 in practical situations. At times, user reviews, such as those published at amazon, address these issues in a useful manner, but such feedback is on many occasions incomplete, inconsistent, and unreliable. Expert reviewsThis is why expert reviews are important. The adjacent summary-table relays the overall verdicts of several of the most popular camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice. The above review scores should be interpreted with care, though. The assessments were made in relation to similar cameras of the same technological generation. Thus, a score needs to be put into the context of the launch date and the launch price of the camera, and comparisons of ratings among very different cameras or across long time periods have little meaning. It should also be noted that some of the review sites have over time altered the way they render their verdicts. Other camera comparisonsDid this review help to inform your camera decision process? If you would like to see a different side-by-side camera review, just make a corresponding selection in the search boxes below. As an alternative, you can also directly jump to any one of the listed comparisons that were previously generated by the CAM-parator tool.
Specifications: Canon G7 X Mark II vs Fujifilm XF10Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features. |
