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PowerShot G7 X Mark IV

Updated 1-inch vlog compact with 4K 60p, improved AF, and a tilting touchscreen.

$899

Launch price

Released Sep 2024

vs

Sony

ZV-1 II

Creator compact with 18–50mm zoom, Product Showcase, and vlog-first controls.

$899

Launch price

Released May 2023

PowerShot G7 X Mark IV is 1.3 years newer.

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Wins

9categories

PowerShot G7 X Mark IV

Sports & ActionVlogging

Wins

3categories

ZV-1 II

Sports & Action

3 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

PowerShot G7 X Mark IV wins 4 categories·ZV-1 II wins 1 categories
  • APowerShot G7 X Mark IV has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
  • BZV-1 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (24 fps vs 6 fps)
  • APowerShot G7 X Mark IV has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 315)
  • APowerShot G7 X Mark IV has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 290 shots)
  • APowerShot G7 X Mark IV has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)

Key specs at a glance

PowerShot G7 X Mark IVZV-1 II
Resolution20.1 MP20.1 MP
Sensor13.2 × 8.8 mm13.2 × 8.8 mm
ISO max25,60012,800
Burst15 fps24 fps
4K60 fps30 fps
IBIS6-stopNo
Weight304 g292 g
Battery640 shots290 shots

Size and weight, to scale

PowerShot G7 X Mark IV

106 × 61 × 41 mm

304 g (0.67 lb / 10.72 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

ZV-1 II

106 × 60 × 47 mm

292 g (0.64 lb / 10.30 oz)

PowerShot G7 X Mark IV is 5mm thinner than ZV-1 II but it is also 1mm taller.

PowerShot G7 X Mark IV is 12 g heavier than ZV-1 II.

Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark IV · 47mm ZV-1 II

Sensor size, to scale

PowerShot G7 X Mark IV

13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch

116 mm² area

ZV-1 II

13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″

116 mm² area

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use casePowerShot G7 X Mark IVZV-1 II
Portrait
4.0Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited
Sports & Action
7.5Good✓ wins
6.5Good
Video & Hybrid
6.0Good✓ wins
3.5Limited
Landscape
2.0Limited✓ wins
0.0Limited
Travel
6.5Good✓ wins
3.5Limited
Wildlife
6.5Good✓ wins
4.0Fair
Vlogging
7.5Good✓ wins
5.0Fair

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

  • IBIS effectiveness

    6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-II

  • AF points / zones

    1053 vs 315 — higher is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 60.9, 41.4

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    640 shots vs 290 shots — higher is better

  • ISO max (native)

    25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Bird, Vehicle

Reasons to choose

ZV-1 II

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I, Memory Stick Duo

  • Burst (mechanical)

    24 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 60, 46.7

  • Codecs

    Adds XAVC S

  • Burst (electronic)

    24 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better

  • Weight

    292 g vs 304 g — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • ResolutionBoth 20.1 MP
  • AA filterBoth support aa filter
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth support animal / bird af
  • RAW buffer depthBoth 60 frames
  • Max video bit rateBoth 150 Mbps

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

ZV-1 II

Pros

  • Built for vlogging
  • 18–50mm versatile zoom
  • Bokeh Switch

Cons

  • 1-inch sensor
  • Fixed lens
  • No EVF

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Full specifications

= category winner

PowerShot G7 X Mark IV
ZV-1 II
Resolution
20.1 MP
20.1 MP
Sensor type
1-inch CMOS
1.0-type Exmor RS CMOS
Sensor size
13.2 × 8.8 mm
13.2 × 8.8 mm
AA filter
Yes
Yes
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV
ZV-1 II
Aperture
f/1.8–4.0
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
18–50 mm
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV
ZV-1 II
Processor
DIGIC X
BIONZ X
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV
ZV-1 II
ISO min (native)
100−25 less
125
ISO max (native)
25,600+1 stop
12,800
ISO max (expanded)
102,400
12,800
PowerShot G7 X Mark IV
ZV-1 II
Shutter type
Mechanical + Electronic
Mechanical + Electronic
Max mechanical speed
1/8000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for travel, PowerShot G7 X Mark IV or ZV-1 II?

PowerShot G7 X Mark IV scores 6.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for ZV-1 II — 304g — ultralight for all-day carry.

What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV and ZV-1 II?

Both cameras share the same 20.1 MP resolution.

Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV and ZV-1 II have in-body image stabilization?

PowerShot G7 X Mark IV has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while ZV-1 II uses Electronic / Active mode (electronic).

Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV or the ZV-1 II?

PowerShot G7 X Mark IV reaches 15 fps electronic. ZV-1 II reaches 24 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV and ZV-1 II?

PowerShot G7 X Mark IV weighs 304 g and ZV-1 II weighs 292 g, so the ZV-1 II is 12 g lighter.

Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV and ZV-1 II record 4K video?

PowerShot G7 X Mark IV: 4K up to 60p. ZV-1 II: 4K up to 30p.

Are the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV and ZV-1 II weather sealed?

PowerShot G7 X Mark IV: No. ZV-1 II: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV and 290 shots for the ZV-1 II, giving the PowerShot G7 X Mark IV the edge.

How much does each cost?

Both launched at $899.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.