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The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V are two digital cameras that were announced, respectively, in February 2016 and April 2015. Both the G7X Mark II and the HX90V are fixed lens compact cameras that are based on an one-inch (G7X Mark II) and a 1/2.3-inch (HX90V) sensor. The Canon has a resolution of 20 megapixels, whereas the Sony provides 18 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V? 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 comparison

The physical size and weight of the Canon G7 X Mark II and the Sony HX90V are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive perspectives from the front, the top, and the back are available. All width, height and depth measures are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Sony HX90V is notably smaller (9 percent) than the Canon G7 X Mark II. Moreover, the HX90V is markedly lighter (23 percent) than the G7X Mark II. In this context, it is worth noting that neither the G7X Mark II nor the HX90V are weather-sealed.

Concerning battery life, the G7X Mark II gets 265 shots out of its NB-13L battery, while the HX90V can take 360 images on a single charge of its NP-BX1 power pack. The battery packs of both cameras can be charged via USB, which can be very convenient when travelling.

The following table provides a synthesis of the main physical specifications of the two cameras and other similar ones. In case you want to display and compare another camera duo, you can use the CAM-parator app to select your camera combination among a large number of options.

Any camera decision will naturally be influenced heavily by the price. 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 HX90V was launched at a markedly lower price (by 39 percent) than the G7X Mark II, which puts it into a different market segment. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. 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. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.

Sensor comparison

The imaging sensor is at the core of digital cameras and its size is one of the main determining factors of image quality. A large sensor will generally have larger individual pixels that offer better low-light sensitivity, provide wider , and have 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 more expensive and lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Canon G7 X Mark II features an one-inch sensor and the Sony HX90V a 1/2.3-inch sensor. The sensor area in the HX90V is 76 percent smaller. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 2.7 and 5.6. The sensor in the G7X Mark II has a native 3:2 aspect ratio, while the one in the HX90V offers a 4:3 aspect.

With 20MP, the G7X Mark II offers a higher resolution than the HX90V (18MP), but the G7X Mark II nevertheless has larger individual pixels ( of 2.41μm versus 1.25μm for the HX90V) due to its larger sensor. Moreover, the G7X Mark II is a somewhat more recent model (by 10 months) than the HX90V, and its sensor might have benefitted from technological advances during this time that further enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixels. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that the HX90V has no anti-alias filter installed, so that it can capture all the detail its sensor resolves.

The resolution advantage of the Canon G7 X Mark II implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the G7X Mark II for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 27.4 x 18.2 inches or 69.5 x 46.3 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 21.9 x 14.6 inches or 55.6 x 37.1 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 18.2 x 12.2 inches or 46.3 x 30.9 cm. The corresponding values for the Sony HX90V are 24.5 x 18.4 inches or 62.2 x 46.6 cm for good quality, 19.6 x 14.7 inches or 49.7 x 37.3 cm for very good quality, and 16.3 x 12.2 inches or 41.5 x 31.1 cm for excellent quality prints.

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 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V are ISO 80 to ISO 3200, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 80-12800.

Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with BSI-CMOS (Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. 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 assesses and scores the color depth ("DXO Portrait"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports") of camera sensors, and also publishes an overall camera score. 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. Sony HX90V 1/2.3 18.0 4896 36721080/60p20.211.6738473. Canon G7 X Mark III 1-inch 20.0 5472 36484K/30p22.212.4583654. Canon SX430 1/2.3 19.9 5152 3864720/25p20.511.9900495. Canon SX730 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38881080/60p20.511.9924506. Canon SX420 1/2.3 19.9 5152 3864720/25p20.311.7806487. Canon SX720 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38881080/60p20.311.8817488. Canon G5 X 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p21.412.3471629. Canon M3 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/30p22.811.811697210. Canon SX410 1/2.3 19.9 5152 3864720/30p20.211.67204711. Canon SX710 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38881080/60p20.211.67124712. Canon G7 X 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p23.012.75567113. Sony HX99 1/2.3 18.0 4896 36724K/30p20.612.110585114. 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 HX400V 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38881080/60p20.111.46294517. Sony RX100 III 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p22.412.349567 Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.

Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but can also record movies. Both cameras under consideration have a sensor with sufficiently fast read-out times for moving pictures, and both provide the same movie specifications (1080/60p).

Feature comparison

Beyond body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. For example, the HX90V has an electronic viewfinder (638k dots), which can be very helpful when shooting in bright sunlight. In contrast, the G7X Mark II relies on live view and the rear LCD for framing. The following table reports on some other key feature differences and similarities of the Canon G7 X Mark II, the Sony HX90V, 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. Sony HX90V638 n3.0 / 921 tilting n 1/2000s 10.0/s Y Y 3. Canon G7 X Mark IIInone n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/2000s 30/s Y Y 4. Canon SX430none n3.0 / 230 fixed n 1/4000s 0.5/s Y Y 5. Canon SX730none n3.0 / 922 tilting n 1/3200s 5.9/s Y Y 6. Canon SX420none n3.0 / 230 fixed n 1/4000s 0.5/s Y Y 7. Canon SX720none n3.0 / 922 fixed n 1/3200s 5.9/s Y Y 8. Canon G5 X2360 n3.0 / 1040 swivel Y 1/2000s 5.9/s Y Y 9. Canon M3optional n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/4000s 4.2/s Y n 10. Canon SX410none n3.0 / 230 fixed n 1/4000s 0.5/s Y Y 11. Canon SX710none n3.0 / 922 fixed n 1/3200s 6.0/s Y Y 12. Canon G7 Xnone n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/2000s 6.5/s Y Y 13. Sony HX99638 n3.0 / 922 tilting Y 1/2000s 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 HX400V210 n3.0 / 921 tilting n 1/4000s 10.0/s Y Y 17. Sony RX100 III1440 n3.0 / 1229 tilting n 1/2000s 10.0/s Y Y Notes: *) Information refers to the mechanical shutter, unless the camera only has an electronic one.

One differentiating feature between the two cameras concerns the touch sensitivity of the rear screen. The G7X Mark II has a touchscreen, while the HX90V has a conventional panel. Touch control can be particularly helpful, for example, for setting the focus point.

Both cameras have an articulated rear screen that can be turned to be front-facing. This feature will be particularly appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in taking selfies.

The Canon G7 X Mark II has 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.

Both the G7X Mark II and the HX90V have zoom lenses built in. The G7X Mark II has a 24-100mm f/1.8-2.8 optic and the HX90V offers a 24-720mm f/3.5-6.4 (focal lengths in full frame equivalent terms). Hence, the Canon and Sony provide the same view at the wide-angle end, but the Sony has more tele-photo reach at the long end. The G7X Mark II offers the faster maximum aperture.

The G7X Mark II writes its imaging data to SDXC cards, while the HX90V uses SDXC or Memory Stick PRO Duo cards. Both cameras can use UHS-I cards, which provide for Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s.

Connectivity comparison

For 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 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V 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. Sony HX90V-stereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 3. Canon G7 X Mark III-stereo / monoY-micro3.1Y-Y 4. Canon SX430-mono / mono-2.0YY- 5. Canon SX730-stereo / mono--micro2.0YYY 6. Canon SX420-mono / mono-2.0YY- 7. Canon SX720-stereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 8. Canon G5 XYstereo / mono--mini2.0YY- 9. Canon M3Ystereo / monoY-mini2.0YY- 10. Canon SX410-stereo / mono-2.0- 11. Canon SX710-stereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 12. Canon G7 X-stereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 13. Sony HX99-stereo / mono--micro2.0YYY 14. Sony RX100 V-stereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 15. Sony RX100 IV-stereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 16. Sony HX400VYstereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 17. Sony RX100 III-stereo / mono--micro2.0YY-

Travel and landscape photographers will find it useful that the HX90V has an internal geolocalization sensor and can record GPS coordinates in its EXIF data.

Both the G7X Mark II and the HX90V have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The HX90V was replaced by the Sony HX99, while the G7X Mark II was followed by the Canon G7 X Mark III. Further information on the features and operation of the G7X Mark II and HX90V can be found, respectively, in the Canon G7 X Mark II Manual (free pdf) or the online Sony HX90V Manual.

Review summary

So what is the bottom line? Is there a clear favorite between the Canon G7 X Mark II and the Sony HX90V? Which camera is better? The listing below highlights the relative strengths of the two models.

Arguments in favor of the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II:

• More detail: Offers more megapixels (20 vs 18MP) with a 7% higher linear resolution.
• Better moiré control: Has an anti-alias filter to avoid artificial patterns to appear in images.
• Better image quality: Features a larger and more technologically advanced imaging sensor.
• Richer colors: The sensor size advantage translates into images with better, more accurate colors.
• More dynamic range: Larger sensor captures a wider spectrum of light and dark details.
• Better low-light sensitivity: Larger sensor produces good images even in poorly lit environments.
• More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1040k vs 921k dots).
• Fewer buttons to press: Is equipped with a touch-sensitive rear screen to facilitate handling.
• Easier time-lapse photography: Has an intervalometer built-in for low frequency shooting.
• Better light gathering: Has a lens with a wider maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/3.5).
• More modern: Is somewhat more recent (announced 10 months after the HX90V).

Reasons to prefer the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V:

• Maximized detail: Lacks an anti-alias filter to exploit the sensor's full resolution potential.
• Easier framing: Has an electronic viewfinder for image composition and settings control.
• Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (10 vs 8 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
• More tele-reach: Has a longer tele-lens for perspective compression and subject magnification.
• Less heavy: Has a lower weight (by 74g or 23 percent) and is thus easier to take along.
• Longer lasting: Gets more shots (360 versus 265) out of a single battery charge.
• Easier geotagging: Features an internal GPS sensor to log localization data.
• More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (39 percent cheaper at launch).
• More heavily discounted: Has been on the market for longer (launched in April 2015).

If the count of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a measure, the G7X Mark II emerges as the winner of the contest (11 : 9 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision 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 11:09 HX90V

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Canon G7 X Mark II and the Sony HX90V place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Travel-Zoom Camera and Best Superzoom 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 remains partial and cannot reveal, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance when actually working with the G7X Mark II or the HX90V. 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 reviews

This is where reviews by experts come in. The table below provides a synthesis of the camera assessments of some of the best known photo-gear 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 ratings are only valid when referring to cameras in the same category and of the same age. Thus, a score needs to be put into the context of the launch date and the launch price of the camera, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. Also, kindly note that some of the listed sites have over time developped their review approaches and their reporting style.

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Specifications: Canon G7 X Mark II vs Sony HX90V

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.