Canon
EOS R7
32.5MP APS-C RF-mount body with 30fps burst, 4K 60p, 7-stop IBIS, and advanced subject tracking.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
Insta360
GO 3S
Thumb-sized 4K POV camera with magnetic mounting, Action Pod remote preview, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproof body.
$400
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
GO 3S is 2.1 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
GO 3S
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R7 has higher AF points / zones (651 vs 0)
- AEOS R7 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 3,200)
- BGO 3S has lower Weight (135.4 g vs 612 g)
- AEOS R7 has higher Resolution (32.5 MP vs 12 MP)
- AEOS R7 has higher 1080p max frame rate (100 fps vs 50 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R7
132 × 90 × 92 mm
612 g (1.35 lb / 21.59 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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GO 3S
54 × 25 × 26 mm
135.4 g (0.30 lb / 4.78 oz)
EOS R7 is 78mm wider, 66mm taller, and 66mm thicker than GO 3S.
EOS R7 is 477 g heavier than GO 3S.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 26mm GO 3S
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R7
132 × 90 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
GO 3S
54 × 25 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R7
132 × 92 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
GO 3S
54 × 26 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R7
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
GO 3S: 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 R7
AF points / zones
651 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds H.265, AAC, LPCM
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Resolution
32.5 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS R7 supports it
Reasons to choose
GO 3S
Codecs
Adds H.264/AVC
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 54.4, 24.8, 25.6
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
135.4 g vs 612 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓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 R7
Pros
- ✓High-resolution 32.5MP APS-C sensor
- ✓Up to 30fps electronic burst
- ✓7-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓Dual SD UHS-II card slots
- ✓Strong value for wildlife and sports reach
Cons
- –APS-C sensor trails full-frame in low-light depth
- –RF-S lens lineup is still limited
- –4K 60p uses a crop in some modes
GO 3S
Pros
- ✓4K30 in a 39g body
- ✓Action Pod with 2.2-inch flip screen
- ✓FlowState + Horizon Lock
- ✓10m waterproof (camera only)
- ✓140 min runtime with Action Pod
Cons
- –Tiny 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Fixed 16mm lens
- –Action Pod not waterproof
- –Built-in storage only (64/128GB)
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 wildlife, EOS R7 or GO 3S?
EOS R7 scores 9.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for GO 3S — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and GO 3S?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and GO 3S is 12 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and GO 3S have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while GO 3S does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and GO 3S?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and GO 3S weighs 135.4 g, so the GO 3S is 477 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and GO 3S record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 59.94p. GO 3S: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R7 and GO 3S weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. GO 3S: Yes.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and GO 3S at $400. The GO 3S is $1,099 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Insta360 press materials.