Is the canon powershot g7 x better than a phone?

Yes, for most of the things a phone struggles with. The G7 X has a 1-inch sensor, much bigger than a phone's, and its 8.8-37mm lens frames like 24-99mm on full frame. That reach, plus better low-light results and real background blur, is what a first camera is for.

If you're buying one now, I'd look at the newer models first. The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II keeps the same bright zoom, and the Mark III adds a flip-up screen, which is handy for vlogging.

If you mostly shoot in good daylight and rarely zoom, your phone is probably enough. The travel picks show other options if you want more reach or a different look.

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