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
DJI
Osmo Action 5 Pro
Action cam with larger sensor, dual OLED screens, and 4K 120p for creators.
$349
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
Osmo Action 5 Pro is 5.2 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Wins
Osmo Action 5 Pro
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 0 frames)
- BOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- BOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- BOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 59.94 fps)
- BOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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PowerShot G7 X Mark III
105 × 61 × 41 mm
304 g (0.67 lb / 10.72 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Osmo Action 5 Pro
71 × 44 × 33 mm
146 g (0.32 lb / 5.15 oz)
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 35mm wider, 17mm taller, and 9mm thicker than Osmo Action 5 Pro.
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 158 g heavier than Osmo Action 5 Pro.
Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III · 33mm Osmo Action 5 Pro
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
105 × 61 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Osmo Action 5 Pro
71 × 44 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
105 × 41 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Osmo Action 5 Pro
71 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
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 G7 X Mark III
Subject recognition
Adds Human
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 6 fps — higher is better
AA filter
Only PowerShot G7 X Mark III supports it
Eye AF
Only PowerShot G7 X Mark III supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only PowerShot G7 X Mark III supports it
Reasons to choose
Osmo Action 5 Pro
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 0 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, HEVC
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds Horizon Lock, RockSteady 3.0
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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.
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
Osmo Action 5 Pro
Pros
- ✓Larger sensor vs GoPro
- ✓Front + rear screens
- ✓4K 120p
Cons
- –Accessory ecosystem
- –Fixed lens
- –Still action-cam limits
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, PowerShot G7 X Mark III or Osmo Action 5 Pro?
Osmo Action 5 Pro scores 10.0/10 versus 2.5/10 for PowerShot G7 X Mark III — 15fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Action 5 Pro?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 20.1 MP and Osmo Action 5 Pro is 40 MP, so the Osmo Action 5 Pro captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Action 5 Pro?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III does not have IBIS, while Osmo Action 5 Pro does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot G7 X Mark III or the Osmo Action 5 Pro?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III reaches 20 fps electronic. Osmo Action 5 Pro reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Action 5 Pro?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III weighs 304 g and Osmo Action 5 Pro weighs 146 g, so the Osmo Action 5 Pro is 158 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Action 5 Pro record 4K video?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: 4K up to 29.97p. Osmo Action 5 Pro: 4K up to 120p.
Are the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Action 5 Pro weather sealed?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: No. Osmo Action 5 Pro: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 320 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and 640 shots for the Osmo Action 5 Pro, giving the Osmo Action 5 Pro the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III launched at $749 and Osmo Action 5 Pro at $349. The Osmo Action 5 Pro is $400 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and DJI press materials.