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PowerShot G7 X Mark III

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 price

Released Jul 2019

vs
Osmo Action 6

DJI

Osmo Action 6

Flagship DJI action camera with 1/1.1-inch CMOS sensor, variable f/2.0-f/4.0 lens, 8K 30p video, 4K 120p, 38MP stills, and 20m waterproofing.

$379

Launch price

Released Nov 2025

Osmo Action 6 is 6.3 years newer.

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Wins

1categories

PowerShot G7 X Mark III

Wins

10categories

Osmo Action 6

Sports & ActionTravel

4 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

PowerShot G7 X Mark III wins 0 categories·Osmo Action 6 wins 5 categories
  • BOsmo Action 6 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 0 frames)
  • BOsmo Action 6 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
  • BOsmo Action 6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 29.97 fps)
  • BOsmo Action 6 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 59.94 fps)
  • BOsmo Action 6 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)

Key specs at a glance

PowerShot G7 X Mark IIIOsmo Action 6
Resolution20.1 MP38 MP
Sensor13.2 × 8.8 mm1/1.1 inch
ISO max12,80051,200
Burst20 fps20 fps
4K29.97 fps120 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight304 g149 g
Battery320 shots640 shots

Size and weight, to scale

PowerShot G7 X Mark III front view

PowerShot G7 X Mark III

105 × 61 × 41 mm

304 g (0.67 lb / 10.72 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

Osmo Action 6 front view

Osmo Action 6

73 × 47 × 33 mm

149 g (0.33 lb / 5.26 oz)

PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 32mm wider, 14mm taller, and 8mm thicker than Osmo Action 6.

PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 155 g heavier than Osmo Action 6.

Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III · 33mm Osmo Action 6

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

PowerShot G7 X Mark III back view

PowerShot G7 X Mark III

105 × 61 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Osmo Action 6 back view

Osmo Action 6

73 × 47 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

PowerShot G7 X Mark III top view

PowerShot G7 X Mark III

105 × 41 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Osmo Action 6 top view

Osmo Action 6

73 × 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

Use casePowerShot G7 X Mark IIIOsmo Action 6
Portrait
3.0Limited✓ wins
2.5Limited
Sports & Action
2.5Limited
8.5Excellent✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
2.0Limited
6.0Good✓ wins
Landscape
0.0Limited
3.5Limited✓ wins
Travel
4.5Fair
8.0Excellent✓ wins
Wildlife
2.5Limited
6.5Good✓ wins
Vlogging
4.5Fair✓ wins
4.0Fair

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 8 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 6

  • RAW buffer depth

    120 frames vs 0 frames — higher is better

  • Codecs

    Adds HEVC

  • IBIS effectiveness

    7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better

  • Stabilization modes

    Adds RockSteady 3.0, RockSteady 3.0+, HorizonBalancing…

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 72.8, 47.2, 33.1

  • Card types

    Adds microSD

  • 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
  • Burst (electronic)Both 20 fps
  • Card slotsBoth 1
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi
  • BluetoothBoth 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 6

Pros

  • 8K 30p video
  • 1/1.1-inch sensor
  • Variable f/2.0-f/4.0 aperture
  • 20m waterproof without case

Cons

  • 8K has mode limitations
  • Fixed ultra-wide lens
  • Small sensor vs compact cameras

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Osmo Action 6
Resolution
20.1 MP
38 MP+89%
Sensor type
1"-Type CMOS
1/1.1-inch CMOS
Sensor size
13.2 × 8.8 mm
1/1.1 inch
AA filter
Yes
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Osmo Action 6
Aperture
1.8 to 2.8
f/2.0-f/4.0
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
24 to 100mm
Field of view
155 °
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Osmo Action 6
Processor
DIGIC 8
Image processor
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Osmo Action 6
ISO min (native)
100
100
ISO max (native)
12,800
51,200+2 stops
ISO max (expanded)
25,600
51,200
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Osmo Action 6
Shutter type
Mechanical + Electronic
Electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/2000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec
1/8000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for sports, PowerShot G7 X Mark III or Osmo Action 6?

Osmo Action 6 scores 8.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for PowerShot G7 X Mark III — Electronic image stabilization stabilization — steady handheld footage.

What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Action 6?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 20.1 MP and Osmo Action 6 is 38 MP, so the Osmo Action 6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Action 6?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III does not have IBIS, while Osmo Action 6 uses Electronic image stabilization (electronic).

Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot G7 X Mark III or the Osmo Action 6?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III reaches 20 fps electronic. Osmo Action 6 reaches 20 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Action 6?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III weighs 304 g and Osmo Action 6 weighs 149 g, so the Osmo Action 6 is 155 g lighter.

Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Action 6 record 4K video?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III: 4K up to 29.97p. Osmo Action 6: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.

Are the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Action 6 weather sealed?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III: No. Osmo Action 6: 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 6, giving the Osmo Action 6 the edge.

How much does each cost?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III launched at $749 and Osmo Action 6 at $379. The Osmo Action 6 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 and DJI press materials.