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
GoPro
HERO12 Black
1/1.9-inch action camera with HDR 5.3K60, 4K120, 2.7K240 slow-mo, HyperSmooth 6.0, and 10m waterproof body.
$349
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
HERO12 Black is 4.2 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Wins
HERO12 Black
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BHERO12 Black has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 0 frames)
- BHERO12 Black has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- BHERO12 Black has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- BHERO12 Black has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 59.94 fps)
- APowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher Burst (mechanical) (20 fps vs 6 fps)
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
HERO12 Black
72 × 34 × 51 mm
154 g (0.34 lb / 5.43 oz)
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 9mm thinner than HERO12 Black but it is also 33mm wider and 27mm taller.
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 150 g heavier than HERO12 Black.
Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III · 51mm HERO12 Black
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
HERO12 Black
72 × 34 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
HERO12 Black
72 × 51 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
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only PowerShot G7 X Mark III supports it
Reasons to choose
HERO12 Black
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 HyperSmooth 6.0, 360° Horizon Lock, AutoBoost
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.8, 33.6, 50.8
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
HERO12 Black
Pros
- ✓HDR 5.3K and 4K120
- ✓HyperSmooth 6.0
- ✓10m waterproof
- ✓Strong used value
Cons
- –Superseded by HERO13
- –Fixed lens
- –Smaller battery than HERO13
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 HERO12 Black?
HERO12 Black 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 HERO12 Black?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 20.1 MP and HERO12 Black is 27.6 MP, so the HERO12 Black captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO12 Black?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III does not have IBIS, while HERO12 Black does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot G7 X Mark III or the HERO12 Black?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III reaches 20 fps electronic. HERO12 Black reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO12 Black?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III weighs 304 g and HERO12 Black weighs 154 g, so the HERO12 Black is 150 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO12 Black record 4K video?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: 4K up to 29.97p. HERO12 Black: 4K up to 120p.
Are the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO12 Black weather sealed?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: No. HERO12 Black: 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 HERO12 Black, giving the HERO12 Black the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III launched at $749 and HERO12 Black at $349. The HERO12 Black 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 GoPro press materials.