NEW CANON POWERSHOT G7 X III AND G5 X MARK II TAKE VLOGGING AND VISUAL STORYTELLING TO THE NEXT LEVEL

 

Two New PowerShot G-Series Cameras from Canon feature Live-Streaming to YouTube, Vertical Video, Pop-Up EVF, 4K Video Shooting and High Quality Images

 

BRAMPTON, ON., July 8, 2019 – Canon Canada Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, introduces the PowerShot G7 X III and the PowerShot G5 X Mark II cameras. These new cameras usher in a plethora of new and innovative functionalities for vloggers and visual storytellers. New innovative features like live-streaming available with YouTube** (via wireless connection), a pop-up electrical viewfinder (EVF) and 4K video shooting offer solutions to help creators bring their imaginative visions to life.

 

Even though the PowerShot G7 X III and the PowerShot G5 X Mark II have many individualized, unique qualities, both include many core features that are true to Canon’s imaging excellence. These features include:

 

 

POWERSHOT G7 X III: NEXT GENERATION VLOGGING
Calling all YouTube creators! The PowerShot G7 X III is primed to be the next-generation vlogging camera, featuring a live-streaming to YouTube*** capability via a wireless connection, allowing for creators of all levels to easily capture and post content in real time. The PowerShot G7 X III also offers vertical video support****, 4K up to 30Pgh-rate movie with no crop, full HD up to 120p, and an optical 4.2x lens, helping to achieve high image quality. Powered by the company’s DIGIC 8 image processor, a new 20.1 Megapixel*** sensor, and wrapped within a compact body with a microphone jack, the PowerShot G7 X III offers innovative technologies, an improved user interface and Creative Assist for both video and still photography needs.

 

POWERSHOT G5 X MARK II: PREMIUM POINT AND SHOOT CAMERA FOR ON-THE-ROAD STORYTELLING
A lighter, compact and premium point and shoot camera that touts a new pop-up EVF, touch and drag AF and new optical 5x lens, the PowerShot G5 X Mark II is perfectly positioned to provide high image quality and valuable functions. From trekking through various terrains of Patagonia where users can leverage the new panoramic shot feature, to capturing key moments with loved ones, the PowerShot G5 X Mark II will satisfy the needs of advanced amateurs who regularly use and are familiar with Canon EOS cameras as a second camera or integrate it into their daily lives.

 

The PowerShot G7 X III and the PowerShot G5 X Mark II have an estimated retail price of $999.99* CAD and $1199.99* CAD, respectively and are expected to be available in August 2019. For more information and the full list of product specifications, visit https://canon.ca.

 

About Canon Canada Inc.
Headquartered in Brampton, Ontario, Canon Canada Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A., is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business and medical digital imaging solutions. Innovation and cutting-edge technology have been essential ingredients in Canon's success. Canon Canada Inc. is committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing 100 per cent Canadian-based service and support for all of the products it distributes. Canon Canada Inc. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility.

For more information, please visit https://canon.ca, or follow the company on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram using @CanonCanada

 

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1 Compatible with iOS® versions 9.3/10.3, Android™ smartphone and tablet versions 4.4/5.0/5.1/6.0/7.0/7.1. Data charges may apply with the download of the free Canon Camera Connect app. This app helps enable you to upload images to social media services. Please note that image files may contain personally identifiable information that may implicate privacy laws. Canon disclaims and has no responsibility for your use of such images. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images or any information included in such images through this app.

 

2 Compatible with select smartphone and tablet devices (Android™ version 5.0 or later and the following iOS® devices: iPhone 4s or later, iPad 3rd gen. or later, iPod Touch 5th gen. or later) equipped with Bluetooth® version 4.0 or later and the Camera Connect.

 

*Availability, prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual dealers and may vary.

 

** The live streaming service available with this product is for live streaming on YouTube only.  To use live streaming, you need to have an active YouTube account and a CANON iMAGE GATEWAY account.  Please be aware that YouTube may change, stop, or terminate its services, including live streaming, at any time without notice.  Canon makes no representations or warranties with respect to any third party product or service, including live streaming.

 

*** Image processing may cause a decrease in the number of pixels.

 

**** Vertical Video Support is not available when utilizing the live streaming service available with this product (on YouTube only).