I bought this camera as a means of replacing the camera on my smartphone. I personally hate smartphone cameras. Pictures might be okay, but when it comes to video - even the iPhone leaves a lot to be desired.
I initially bought the new iPhone 11 (a $1500 purchase) for its video capabilities and triple cameras, but after a day-and-a-half I returned it.
The cost of purchasing a pixel 3, coupled with this Canon g7x Mark 3 what's cheaper than the iPhone, and the camera on this blows any smartphone camera out of the water.
I bought this camera recognizing a lot of folks had issues with autofocus, and overheating.
I'm not one to listen to what folks say so I figured I'll see for myself.
This camera performed wonderfully - if you know what you're getting in terms of technological limitations.
For the price I got...
4K up to 10 minutes continuous (until you get the overheat symbol - after which you can switch down to 1080p) // I use this for vlogging. Personally, I believe if somebody has trouble communicating thoughts in under 10 minutes then perhaps they should take a moment and gather their thoughts before speaking, just saying.
120 FPS slow motion, as well as 60 fps - which to be honest is brilliant. Yes, if you continuously play back 120fps, then you will get the overheat symbol. But if you shoot in bursts like it should be used then it shouldn't be a problem.
Microphone input for getting clean audio when vlogging!
Time lapse video with manual controls!
You have the ability to switch between Auto and manual.
Wonderfully clear and articulating flippy screen.
The autofocus works just fine, assuming you're not pushing it to extremes. If you go from focusing directly in front of the lens, and then try to focus to Infinity while you're stopped down to F 1.8 - then of course you're going to have issues. - especially on a system that's contrast based face detection.
Use the autofocus like a normal human being that has some level of Competency with a camera and you'll be just fine. The firmware update did help quite a bit in terms of making it faster.
And, that's pretty much all I need.
Things I wish it did better would be the following..
I wish the camera sensor had better dynamic range. The whites tend to be blown out, or if the whites are fully exposed in a bright area then the dark tend to be very dark. But, in comparison to cell phone images it's more than good enough.
I wish the custom ring on the lens could be map to focusing. If I could have manual focus and control using the ring instead of shutter or ISO - that would be awesome!
And, if it had a cold shoe maybe on the side or the bottom. I have to buy a separate accessory bracket to get the cold shoe for my rode Wireless go microphone attachment.
Other than that let's understand what this camera is not.
It's not a Handycam. If you're looking to record boring dance recitals for your kid or family members that run on for an hour and no one will watch anyway, this is not the camera for you.
This is not a filmmaking camera. You're not going to get all kinds of manual controls attached to every other dial with custom buttons, nor will you be able to record to a high-quality codec such as prores.
This is the key difference between the Sony RX100 Mark 7 and this camera. The RX100 is basically a Sony a6400 in pocket size without an interchangeable lens. - but if I am looking for a filmmaking camera, I'm going to get a filmmaking camera - not an RX 100 (especially considering that camera goes for the same price as an a6400)
I've been using this camera for over a month now and it has pretty much replaced any multimedia that my cell phone would do.
I can transfer via Bluetooth any images I take right away. When it comes to transferring videos that I've shot onto my phone, I simply use an SD card dongle that I connect to my pixel 3 and literally just copy the files over.
Do you want to see the stuff I've shot, and further review of this camera, YouTube search "belal Khan g7x" and you can see for yourself
Canon PowerShot G7X Mark III Digital Camera with 4.2x Optical Zoom Lens (Black)
4.5 | 814 ratings
Price: 1549
Last update: 01-03-2025
About this item
20.1 Megapixel 1.0” stacked CMOS sensor and DIGIC 8 Image processor.
4.2x optical zoom Lens (24-100mm f/1.8-2.8) with optical image Stabilizer.
4K 30P/ FHD 120P video.
Turn your Canon camera into a high-quality webcam--Learn more: canon.us/livestream
Use the EOS Utility Webcam Beta Software (Mac and Windows) to turn your Canon camera into a high-quality webcam, or do the same using a clean HDMI output.
4.2x optical zoom Lens (24-100mm f/1.8-2.8) with optical image Stabilizer.
4K 30P/ FHD 120P video.
Turn your Canon camera into a high-quality webcam--Learn more: canon.us/livestream
Use the EOS Utility Webcam Beta Software (Mac and Windows) to turn your Canon camera into a high-quality webcam, or do the same using a clean HDMI output.
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Belal Khan
Excellent camera what it's designed for at an appropriate price point
Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2019
Arianne Montana
Get it if you’re looking to upgrade your content game!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2024Brooke
A PERFECT beginner camera
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2023
Brooke
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2023
I wanted a camera for good family pictures and landscape shots. I played around with settings for a day to get a understanding for what they do. I absolutely love this camera! Videos may make the camera slower.
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Sarah Merck (Pitner)
Point + shoot of my dreams
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2024
Sarah Merck (Pitner)
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2024
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rod
It's not powerful enough to do blogging videos
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2024
Pamela Abreu
Great camera
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2024Mark
Great little point and shoot camera!
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2022Mariana
Don't get this if you get tired of sending your pictures to your friends
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2023
Mariana
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2023
Also idk if its the settings that i have that came with it but it makes everyone look so tan!
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