Canon is starting the week off strong with multiple new releases. Not only did the company just announce the new RF 24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras, it has also unveiled the new PowerShot G5X Mark II and the G7X Mark III. Both cameras boast notable shooting quality and 4K video recording, making them ideal assets for any visual creator.
Canon PowerShot G5X Mark II:
G5X Mark II Features:
- 24mm-120mm focal length with max aperture of f/1.8-2.8
- 5x optical zoom with optical image stabilizer
- 1-inch, 20.1 megapixel CMOS sensor
- DIGIC 8 image processor
- Video recording in 4K at 30p or Full HD at 120p
- Continuous shooting up to 20fps or 30fps in RAW burst mode
- Panoramic Shooting mode and Star Shooting mode
- Pop-up Electronic ViewFinder with 2.36 million dots
- Touch and Drag AF
- WiFi and Bluetooth capable
- Mobile workflow via the Canon Camera Connect app
Picture Quality and Shooting Modes:
The new Canon PowerShot G5X Mark II is an adept camera ideal for high-end, skilled amateurs. The ranging focal length paired with a sufficiently shallow aperture creates versatility for the shooter. Users have the freedom to shoot a portrait with an appealing bokeh effect, then capture a wide landscape shot with the same lens. The 1-inch, 20.1 megapixel CMOS sensor paired with a DIGIC 8 image processor ensure clear and detailed images. The optical image stabilizer further improves precision and clarity of the shot.
Users can take advantage of several shooting modes including Panoramic Shooting mode, Star Shooting mode, and Continuous Shooting mode. Continuous Shooting mode captures up to 20fps or 30fps in RAW burst mode for all those quick-action shots. The G5X is also capable of 4K/30p and FHD/120p video recording.
The Canon PowerShot G5X Mark II (in black) is available for preorder now for at Adorama.
Canon PowerShot G7X Mark III:
G7X Mark III Features:
- 24mm-100mm focal length with max aperture of f/1.8-2.8
- 3.0-inch LCD touchscreen with 180 degrees of tilt
- 4.2x optical zoom with optical image stabilizer
- 1-inch, 20.1 megapixel CMOS sensor
- DIGIC 8 image processor
- Video recording in 4K at 30p or Full HD at 120p
- Continuous shooting up to 20fps
- External microphone support, clean HDMI output
- Live streaming abilities
- Vertical video support for social media
- WiFi and Bluetooth capable
Streaming Power:
The Canon PowerShot G7X Mark III hosts a few features that make it a great use for YouTube streamers and all-around content creators including live streaming, vertical video support, external microphone connections, and tiltable LCD screen. First, users can stream their content directly to YouTube. If users want to playback their videos on other social media channels, the Mark III supports Vertical Video to match the dimensions and aspect ratio of the desired platform. On the production side, the ability to connect an external microphone greatly enhances the overall quality of the content. And lastly, the tiltable, 3.0-inch LCD screen flips 180 degrees so users can easily view a live playback monitor.
The Canon PowerShot G7X Mark III (in black and silver) is available for preorder now for at Adorama.
