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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

2 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 30 fps)
  • APowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
  • BHERO11 Black has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
  • BHERO11 Black has lower Weight (154 g vs 304 g)
  • BHERO11 Black has higher Resolution (27.6 MP vs 20.1 MP)

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
4K30 fps120 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight304 g154 g
Battery235 shots

Size and weight, to scale

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

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

Use casePowerShot G7 X Mark IIIHERO11 Black
Portrait
3.0Limited✓ wins
2.0Limited
Sports & Action
4.0Fair
8.5Excellent✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
4.0Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited
Landscape
0.0Limited
3.0Limited✓ wins
Travel
3.5Limited
6.0Good✓ wins
Wildlife
2.5Limited✓ wins
1.5Limited
Vlogging
5.0Fair✓ 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

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 105, 60.9, 41.4

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • 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 30 fps — higher is better

  • 1080p max frame rate

    240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better

  • Weather sealing

    Only HERO11 Black supports it

  • Weight

    154 g vs 304 g — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • 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
1.0-inch stacked 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
f/1.8–2.8
f/2.5
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
24–100 mm
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)
125
100−25 less
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 4.0/10 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 30p. 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 June 2026.