Canon
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV
Updated 1-inch vlog compact with 4K 60p, improved AF, and a tilting touchscreen.
$899
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
Sony
Alpha 7 V
33MP partially stacked Exmor RS hybrid with BIONZ XR2 AI, 30fps blackout-free burst, 7.5-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p oversampled from 7K.
$2,899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2025
Alpha 7 V is 1.3 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV
Wins
Alpha 7 V
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- APowerShot G7 X Mark IV has lower Weight (304 g vs 695 g)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 15 fps)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to sharePowerShot G7 X Mark IV
106 × 61 × 41 mm
304 g (0.67 lb / 10.72 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV is 25mm narrower, 36mm shorter, and 41mm thinner than Alpha 7 V.
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV is 391 g lighter than Alpha 7 V.
Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark IV · 82mm Alpha 7 V
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV
106 × 61 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV
106 × 41 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Alpha 7 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 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 IV: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7 V
✓ 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 IV
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105.5, 60.9, 41.4
Weight
304 g vs 695 g — lower is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 759 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 630 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 V
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.3, 96.4, 82.4
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Subject recognition
Adds Insect, Car, Train…
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only Alpha 7 V supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV
Pros
- ✓1-inch sensor
- ✓4K 60p
- ✓Tilting screen
- ✓Creator-friendly
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –No EVF
- –Small sensor vs ILC
Alpha 7 V
Pros
- ✓33MP partially stacked sensor — ~4.5× faster readout than α7 IV
- ✓Blackout-free 30 fps with full AF/AE (electronic shutter)
- ✓7.5-stop central / 6.5-stop peripheral IBIS (CIPA 2024)
- ✓759-point phase-detect AF down to EV -4 with AI subject recognition
- ✓7K oversampled 4K 60p (full-frame, no pixel binning) + 4K 120p
- ✓Pre-Capture and dual USB-C (10 Gbps + USB 2.0)
- ✓Up to 16 stops dynamic range
Cons
- –Premium price vs α7 IV
- –4K 120p typically requires APS-C / Super 35 crop
- –Heavier than α7 IV (695 g vs 659 g with battery)
- –Complex menu and feature set
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV and Alpha 7 V at major authorized retailers.
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark IV
Sony Alpha 7 V
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, PowerShot G7 X Mark IV or Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 V scores 7.5/10 versus 2.0/10 for PowerShot G7 X Mark IV — 33MP — ample resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV and Alpha 7 V?
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV is 20.1 MP and Alpha 7 V is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV and Alpha 7 V have in-body image stabilization?
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV or the Alpha 7 V?
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV reaches 15 fps electronic. Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV and Alpha 7 V?
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV weighs 304 g and Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g, so the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV is 391 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV and Alpha 7 V record 4K video?
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p.
Are the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV and Alpha 7 V weather sealed?
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV: No. Alpha 7 V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV and 630 shots for the Alpha 7 V, giving the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV launched at $899 and Alpha 7 V at $2,899. The PowerShot G7 X Mark IV is $2,000 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.