Canon
EOS R5
45MP full-frame hybrid with 8K RAW, 4K 120p, strong AF, and 8-stop in-body stabilization.
$3,899
Launch priceReleased Jul 2020
Canon
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Pocket 1-inch compact with a 24–100mm f/1.8–2.8 zoom, 4K video, Dual Pixel AF, and live streaming — a classic vlog/travel camera.
$749
Launch priceReleased Jul 2019
EOS R5 is 1 year newer.
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Wins
EOS R5
Wins
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 0)
- AEOS R5 has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 0 frames)
- AEOS R5 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R5 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
- AEOS R5 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R5
139 × 98 × 88 mm
738 g (1.63 lb / 26.03 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
105 × 61 × 41 mm
304 g (0.67 lb / 10.72 oz)
EOS R5 is 34mm wider, 37mm taller, and 47mm thicker than PowerShot G7 X Mark III.
EOS R5 is 434 g heavier than PowerShot G7 X Mark III.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R5 · 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5
139 × 98 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
105 × 61 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R5
139 × 88 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
105 × 41 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
116 mm² area
7.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R5
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 0 frames — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 97.5, 88
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105, 60.9, 41.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
304 g vs 738 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
20 fps vs 12 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 20 fps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R5
Pros
- ✓45MP sensor balances resolution and speed
- ✓8K RAW and 4K 120p internal video
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with advanced subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓CFexpress Type B plus SD UHS-II storage
Cons
- –Heat limits can matter for extended high-end video
- –Battery life is modest
- –Still expensive versus newer enthusiast bodies
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Pros
- ✓1-inch stacked 20.1MP sensor
- ✓24–100mm equivalent zoom (4.2×)
- ✓4K 30p and Full HD 120p
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF
- ✓Live streaming support
Cons
- –Tilt-only screen (not fully articulating)
- –4K limited to 30fps
- –AF weaker than Sony ZV-1 for video
- –No built-in ND filter
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R5 or PowerShot G7 X Mark III?
EOS R5 scores 8.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for PowerShot G7 X Mark III — 45MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 and PowerShot G7 X Mark III?
EOS R5 is 45 MP and PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 20.1 MP, so the EOS R5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R5 and PowerShot G7 X Mark III have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while PowerShot G7 X Mark III does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 or the PowerShot G7 X Mark III?
EOS R5 reaches 20 fps electronic. PowerShot G7 X Mark III reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 and PowerShot G7 X Mark III?
EOS R5 weighs 738 g and PowerShot G7 X Mark III weighs 304 g, so the PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 434 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 and PowerShot G7 X Mark III record 4K video?
EOS R5: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. PowerShot G7 X Mark III: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R5 and PowerShot G7 X Mark III weather sealed?
EOS R5: Yes. PowerShot G7 X Mark III: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 490 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 and 235 shots for the PowerShot G7 X Mark III, giving the EOS R5 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 launched at $3,899 and PowerShot G7 X Mark III at $749. The PowerShot G7 X Mark III is $3,150 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.