Which camera?

Jammy31 · 22 Apr 21, 10:51 AM

Hi all,

I was looking for a new handheld camera that is both good for general video and photo taking (mostly whilst around parks), and was hoping you could help me with my decision.

I have been recommended either:

Sony ZV-1 -or- Canon G7X MkIII

I have used both the G7X MkI and MkII, but am happy to move to something else if the general feeling is that it would be better.

Any advice or thoughts would be greatly appreciated

Happy Dibb-ing!

**cartoonp** · 22 Apr 21, 11:14 AM

Hi there I don�t know if it any use to you as not all people like camera phones. I got Galaxy s21 ultra 5G which is excellent for photos and shooting films ex here the spec here

stan_the_man · 22 Apr 21, 01:41 PM

Whilst camera phones generally are okay you're never going to beat a handheld, especially with things like optical zoom.

I'm not sure I could pick as I've used Canon in the past (mainly the G7-9) and currently use Sony HX range and found both great, although perhaps the Canon edges it slightly.

This probably isn't much help, or maybe it will be, but I watch both Paging Mr Morrow and Super Enthused vloggers and they both use the Canon from what I've seen and in terms of HD quality it's quite impressive, so give them a look on YouTube.

YorkshireT · 22 Apr 21, 03:02 PM

I�d probably go with the ZV1 for it�s much better video capabilities, but slightly worse photos. The RX100 VII I think is better though if you can stretch or hold on and there�s rumours of a new RX100 VIII potentially with 2 lens options (if true I�d go for the one with the widest aperture).

I have a Panasonic G9 and this reminds me I have to get out and test my new Sigma 16mm F1.3!

kaytronika · 22 Apr 21, 05:42 PM

Just bought the ZV-1. The autofocus is fantastic compared to the Canon. The image stability is not as good.

It is primarily pitched as a vlogging camera whereas I think the g7x is a little more of an all rounder. I've yet to even take a photo on ours as we have an SLR for that

Jammy31 · 22 Apr 21, 06:59 PM

Thank you all for your replies so far! I will check out the videos/youtubers as suggested and see what I think!

Jockey · 26 Apr 21, 06:23 PM

I have watched a few compare videos on both and the Sony really wins for me . I love the Sony Gimbal too it looks so good! I am currently using a Go pro and my DSLR had considered a mirrorless Nikon but the Sony is half the weight!

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	22 Apr 21, 01:41 PM stan_the_man Imagineer
stan_the_man Imagineer Join Date: Apr 08	Whilst camera phones generally are okay you're never going to beat a handheld, especially with things like optical zoom. I'm not sure I could pick as I've used Canon in the past (mainly the G7-9) and currently use Sony HX range and found both great, although perhaps the Canon edges it slightly. This probably isn't much help, or maybe it will be, but I watch both Paging Mr Morrow and Super Enthused vloggers and they both use the Canon from what I've seen and in terms of HD quality it's quite impressive, so give them a look on YouTube. __________________ 1993 First trip offsite / 1997 Offsite / 1999 All Star Music / 2008 All Star Music + Engagement 2009 Coronado Springs / 2010 Animal Kingdom Lodge + Wedding / 2012 Coronado Springs 2015 Coronado Springs Allergy-Friendly Food Report 2015

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	22 Apr 21, 05:42 PM kaytronika slightly serious Dibber
kaytronika slightly serious Dibber Join Date: Mar 14 Location: Liverpool	Just bought the ZV-1. The autofocus is fantastic compared to the Canon. The image stability is not as good. It is primarily pitched as a vlogging camera whereas I think the g7x is a little more of an all rounder. I've yet to even take a photo on ours as we have an SLR for that Edited at 05:43 PM.