Canon
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Pocket 1-inch compact with a 24–100mm f/1.8–2.8 zoom, 4K video, Dual Pixel AF, and live streaming — a classic vlog/travel camera.
$749
Launch priceReleased Jul 2019
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 5.3 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Wins
Alpha 1 II
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 0 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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PowerShot G7 X Mark III
105 × 61 × 41 mm
304 g (0.67 lb / 10.72 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 31mm narrower, 36mm shorter, and 42mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 439 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
105 × 61 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
105 × 41 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 1 II
136 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
7.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: mount data unavailable
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105, 60.9, 41.4
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
304 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
20 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MP4
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 0 frames — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Insect…
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Pros
- ✓1-inch stacked 20.1MP sensor
- ✓24–100mm equivalent zoom (4.2×)
- ✓4K 30p and Full HD 120p
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF
- ✓Live streaming support
Cons
- –Tilt-only screen (not fully articulating)
- –4K limited to 30fps
- –AF weaker than Sony ZV-1 for video
- –No built-in ND filter
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Sony Alpha 1 II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, PowerShot G7 X Mark III or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for PowerShot G7 X Mark III — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Alpha 1 II?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 20.1 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III does not have IBIS, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot G7 X Mark III or the Alpha 1 II?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Alpha 1 II?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III weighs 304 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 439 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: 4K up to 29.97p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 320 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III launched at $749 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The PowerShot G7 X Mark III is $5,750 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.