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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

GoPro

HERO11 Black

GoPro flagship with an 8:7 27MP sensor, 5.3K60 video, HyperSmooth 5.0 with Horizon Lock, dual screens, and 10m waterproof body.

$499

Launch price

Released Sep 2022

HERO11 Black is 3.2 years newer.

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Wins

1categories

PowerShot G7 X Mark III

Wins

5categories

HERO11 Black

Sports & ActionTravel

3 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

PowerShot G7 X Mark III wins 1 categories·HERO11 Black wins 4 categories
  • BHERO11 Black has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 29.97 fps)
  • BHERO11 Black has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 59.94 fps)
  • APowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
  • BHERO11 Black has lower Weight (154 g vs 304 g)
  • BHERO11 Black has higher Battery capacity (1720 mAh vs 1250 mAh)

Key specs at a glance

PowerShot G7 X Mark IIIHERO11 Black
Resolution20.1 MP27.6 MP
Sensor13.2 × 8.8 mm1/1.9 inch
ISO max12,8006,400
Burst20 fps
4K29.97 fps120 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight304 g154 g
Battery320 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

HERO11 Black

72 × 51 × 34 mm

154 g (0.34 lb / 5.43 oz)

PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 33mm wider, 10mm taller, and 8mm thicker than HERO11 Black.

PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 150 g heavier than HERO11 Black.

Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III · 34mm HERO11 Black

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

HERO11 Black

72 × 51 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

HERO11 Black

72 × 34 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 IIIHERO11 Black
Portrait
3.0Limited✓ wins
2.0Limited
Sports & Action
2.5Limited
8.5Excellent✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
2.0Limited
3.0Limited✓ wins
Landscape
0.0Limited
3.0Limited✓ wins
Travel
4.5Fair
6.0Good✓ wins
Wildlife
2.5Limited✓ wins
1.5Limited
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

  • AA filter

    Only PowerShot G7 X Mark III supports it

  • ISO max (native)

    12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better

  • 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

HERO11 Black

  • Codecs

    Adds H.265 (HEVC)

  • Stabilization modes

    Adds HyperSmooth 5.0, 360° Horizon Lock, AutoBoost

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 71.8, 50.8, 33.6

  • 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

  • Weather sealing

    Only HERO11 Black supports it

  • Weight

    154 g vs 304 g — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • ISO min (native)Both 100
  • 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

HERO11 Black

Pros

  • 8:7 sensor for vertical + horizontal framing
  • 5.3K60 and 4K120 video
  • HyperSmooth 5.0 + Horizon Lock
  • Dual LCD screens
  • Enduro battery included

Cons

  • Superseded by HERO12/13
  • Fixed lens
  • No burst slo-mo like HERO13

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

PowerShot G7 X Mark III
HERO11 Black
Resolution
20.1 MP
27.6 MP+37%
Sensor type
1"-Type CMOS
1/1.9-inch CMOS
Sensor size
13.2 × 8.8 mm
1/1.9 inch
AA filter
Yes
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
HERO11 Black
Aperture
1.8 to 2.8
f/2.5
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
24 to 100mm
12–39 mm
Field of view
156 °
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
HERO11 Black
Processor
DIGIC 8
GP2
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
HERO11 Black
ISO min (native)
100
100
ISO max (native)
12,800+1 stop
6,400
ISO max (expanded)
25,600
6,400
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
HERO11 Black
Shutter type
Mechanical + Electronic
Electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/2000 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 HERO11 Black?

HERO11 Black scores 8.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for PowerShot G7 X Mark III — HyperSmooth 5.0 stabilization — steady handheld footage.

What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO11 Black?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 20.1 MP and HERO11 Black is 27.6 MP, so the HERO11 Black captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO11 Black?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III does not have IBIS, while HERO11 Black uses HyperSmooth 5.0 (electronic).

What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO11 Black?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III weighs 304 g and HERO11 Black weighs 154 g, so the HERO11 Black is 150 g lighter.

Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO11 Black record 4K video?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III: 4K up to 29.97p. HERO11 Black: 4K up to 120p.

Are the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO11 Black weather sealed?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III: No. HERO11 Black: Yes.

How much does each cost?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III launched at $749 and HERO11 Black at $499. The HERO11 Black is $250 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed August 2026.

Product images courtesy of Canon and GoPro press materials.