Is the G7 X Mark III good for vlogging?

Yes. It is small, has a bright zoom lens, records uncropped 4K and supports vertical video. Its screen tilts up but does not fully face forward, and there is no mic jack.

How does it compare with the Sony ZV-1?

The Canon has a longer 24-100mm zoom and built-in live streaming. The Sony ZV-1 adds a fully articulating screen, a mic jack and stronger video autofocus.

Does it shoot 4K video?

Yes, it records 4K at up to 30fps without cropping the frame, plus 1080p at higher frame rates for slow motion.

Can it live stream directly to YouTube?

Yes. It can stream to YouTube over Wi-Fi without a computer, which is one of its main selling points over rivals.

The camera comes with a battery, a charger or USB cable for charging, a strap and basic documentation. A memory card is not included.

Is the lens interchangeable?

No. It has a fixed 4.2x zoom lens, so you cannot change lenses as you would on a mirrorless camera.

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III 20.1MP Digital Camera with 4.2x Optical Zoom Lens

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What reviewers say

Reviewers and owners rate the G7 X Mark III as one of the best pocket vlogging cameras, praising its lens, low-light image quality and live-streaming. Common complaints are battery life, the lack of a mic jack and autofocus that can lag in video.

What people mention

Battery lifeCriticisedOwners say a charge runs out fast when shooting video or streaming, so spares are needed.
LensPraisedThe bright f/1.8-2.8 zoom is called sharp and versatile for stills and video.
Low-light image qualityPraisedThe 1-inch sensor is said to hold detail well at higher ISO than phone cameras.
AutofocusMixedStills focus is quick, but reviewers report hunting in some video situations.
AudioCriticisedThere is no mic jack, so users rely on the built-in mic or external recorders.
Live streamingPraisedBuilt-in YouTube streaming over Wi-Fi is described as simple to set up.

About the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III 20.1MP Digital Camera with 4.2x Optical Zoom Lens

The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III is a compact digital camera with a 20.1MP 1.0-inch stacked CMOS sensor and a DIGIC 8 image processor. Together they support fast continuous shooting and fast autofocus. They also keep images sharp and detailed in low light and at high ISO settings, with minimal noise.

The lens is a 24-100mm f/1.8-2.8 with 4.2x optical zoom and Optical Image Stabilization. It covers wide-angle to telephoto, from group shots to close-ups. The camera records uncropped 4K video at up to 30p and Full HD at approximately 120 fps for slow-motion playback. A dedicated Time-lapse Movie mode creates 4K time-lapse videos.

The 3.0-inch LCD touchscreen tilts up 180° and down 45° for selfies and high or low angles. The camera supports vertical video and live streaming to YouTube through Canon iMAGE Gateway. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connect it to a smartphone, PC or social media network. The free Canon Camera Connect app transfers files to a compatible smart device.

Resolution

20.1 megapixels

Sensor

1.0-inch stacked CMOS

Processor

DIGIC 8

Lens

24-100mm, f/1.8 (wide) to f/2.8 (tele)

Optical zoom

4.2x

Stabilization

Optical Image Stabilization