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
2 categories tied
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 30 fps)
- APowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher Burst (mechanical) (20 fps vs 6 fps)
- BHERO12 Black 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
HERO12 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 HERO12 Black.
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 150 g heavier than HERO12 Black.
Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III · 34mm HERO12 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
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
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, 50.8, 33.6
Card types
Adds microSD
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher 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
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
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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 8.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for PowerShot G7 X Mark III — HyperSmooth 6.0 stabilization — steady handheld footage.
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 uses HyperSmooth 6.0 (electronic).
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 30p. 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 235 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 June 2026.