Canon G7X – Future star of Underwater Compacts?

First photos and specs of the Canon G7X have been leaked, and it seems that Sony RX100 series might have met its match.

The G7X is designed as a high-end compact camera, following the successful S100,S110 and S120 series which were all very popular for underwater photography and also combining the G1X and G1X MII.

It is quite clear that Canon have released the G7X in order to compete with the Sony RX100 MIII.

UPDATE (Dec 2014): Curious to see how it matches up to the RX100 III?
Check out this post: G7X vs RX100 III

Top specs of the G7X include: (source: Canon Rumors)

• Sensor 1 inch 20MP CMOS sensor
• Lens conversion 24-100mm F1.8-2.8
• Intelligent optical Image Stabilizer
• Video 5-axis camera shake correction
• DIGIC6
• AF is 31 points. Allows Touch AF
• LCD monitor tilting. 1.04 million dots. Touch panel
• Built-in flash
• Exposure compensation dial
• Control ring
• ND filter built-in
• Video Full HD 60p. Stereo
• Manual video control
• Wi-Fi Built-in. NFC. The remote control function with smartphone

Judging from these specs, we can safely assume that all leading manufacturers will have a housing ready for it as soon as possible, and this might be one of the leading bundles for underwater photography in the next 1-2 years.

Oct 28th UPDATE: Ikelite have just announced a housing for the G7X! It is available for pre-order here.

Jan 7th UPDATE: Nauticam NA-G7X housing now available! Get it here.

March 10th UPDATE: Fantasea G7X Housing now available for Pre-Order! Get it here.

The Canon G7X camera is available now for pre order at $699 and should start shipping on October 20th.

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Ran is a professional photographer for over 14 years. His passion for scuba diving and photography has pushed him to combine his profession and hobby and become a professional underwater photographer. Teaching is one of his greatest passions and over the years he has shared his experience with many divers and aspiring photographers. Along with his wife Danielle, an experienced Scuba Instructor, they have founded Dive and More, leading dive trips and UW photo workshops all over the world. Ran is also an electrical engineer and an avid internet marketing specialist.
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