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 Nano
Ultra-compact modular action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 35MP stills, 4K 60p video, 4K 120fps slow motion, and a Multifunctional Vision Dock.
$299
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
Osmo Nano is 6.2 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Wins
Osmo Nano
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BOsmo Nano has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 0 frames)
- BOsmo Nano has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- BOsmo Nano has lower Weight (52 g vs 304 g)
- APowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher Burst (mechanical) (20 fps vs 6 fps)
- BOsmo Nano has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 235 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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 Nano
57 × 30 × 28 mm
52 g (0.11 lb / 1.83 oz)
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 48mm wider, 31mm taller, and 13mm thicker than Osmo Nano.
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 252 g heavier than Osmo Nano.
Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III · 28mm Osmo Nano
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 Nano
57 × 30 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 Nano
57 × 28 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105, 60.9, 41.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
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 Nano
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 0 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds HEVC
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds RockSteady 3.0, HorizonBalancing
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 57.3, 29.5, 28
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
52 g vs 304 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 235 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓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 Nano
Pros
- ✓52g camera body
- ✓1/1.3-inch sensor
- ✓4K 120fps slow motion
- ✓10m waterproof camera body
Cons
- –Dock is only IPX4
- –Fixed ultra-wide lens
- –Smaller battery in camera body
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, PowerShot G7 X Mark III or Osmo Nano?
Osmo Nano scores 8.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for PowerShot G7 X Mark III — 52g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Nano?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 20.1 MP and Osmo Nano is 35 MP, so the Osmo Nano captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Nano?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III does not have IBIS, while Osmo Nano uses Electronic image stabilization (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot G7 X Mark III or the Osmo Nano?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III reaches 20 fps electronic. Osmo Nano reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Nano?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III weighs 304 g and Osmo Nano weighs 52 g, so the Osmo Nano is 252 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Nano record 4K video?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: 4K up to 30p. Osmo Nano: 4K up to 60p.
Are the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Osmo Nano weather sealed?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: No. Osmo Nano: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 235 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and 640 shots for the Osmo Nano, giving the Osmo Nano the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III launched at $749 and Osmo Nano at $299. The Osmo Nano is $450 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.