Canon
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
Ultracompact pocket point-and-shoot with 20.2MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS, 12x 25–300mm OIS zoom, Full HD video, and Wi-Fi/NFC.
$379
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
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
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is 6.2 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
Wins
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- APowerShot ELPH 360 HS A has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 0 frames)
- BPowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher Burst (mechanical) (20 fps vs 2.5 fps)
- BPowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 3,200)
- BPowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 7.2 fps)
- APowerShot ELPH 360 HS A has lower Weight (146 g vs 304 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
100 × 58 × 23 mm
146 g (0.32 lb / 5.15 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
105 × 61 × 41 mm
304 g (0.67 lb / 10.72 oz)
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is 5mm narrower, 3mm shorter, and 19mm thinner than PowerShot G7 X Mark III.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is 158 g lighter than PowerShot G7 X Mark III.
Depth (front-to-back): 23mm PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A · 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
100 × 58 mm
Credit card
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.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
100 × 23 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
105 × 41 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
4.1× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
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
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 0 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 99.6, 58, 22.8
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
Weight
146 g vs 304 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
80 vs 100 — lower is better
Reasons to choose
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Codecs
Adds H.264, MP4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105, 60.9, 41.4
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Burst (mechanical)
20 fps vs 2.5 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 7.2 fps — higher is better
Eye AF
Only PowerShot G7 X Mark III supports it
Touchscreen
Only PowerShot G7 X Mark III supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
Pros
- ✓True pocket ultracompact (146g)
- ✓12x 25–300mm optical zoom
- ✓Hybrid Auto + Creative Shot modes
- ✓Wi-Fi + NFC
- ✓7.2 fps high-speed burst
Cons
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Full HD only (no 4K)
- –Fixed non-touch LCD
- –microSD storage (not SD)
- –Legacy Mini-USB port
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.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and PowerShot G7 X Mark III?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is 20.2 MP and PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 20.1 MP, so the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and PowerShot G7 X Mark III?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A does not have IBIS, while PowerShot G7 X Mark III does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A or the PowerShot G7 X Mark III?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A reaches 7.2 fps electronic. PowerShot G7 X Mark III reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and PowerShot G7 X Mark III?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A weighs 146 g and PowerShot G7 X Mark III weighs 304 g, so the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is 158 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and PowerShot G7 X Mark III record 4K video?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A: Full HD. PowerShot G7 X Mark III: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and PowerShot G7 X Mark III weather sealed?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A: No. PowerShot G7 X Mark III: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 180 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and 320 shots for the PowerShot G7 X Mark III, giving the PowerShot G7 X Mark III the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A launched at $379 and PowerShot G7 X Mark III at $749. The PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is $370 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.