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
HERO13 Black
Flagship GoPro with 1/1.9-inch sensor, 5.3K60 video, 4K120, HyperSmooth 6.0, HB-Series lens auto-detect, and 10m waterproofing.
$399
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
HERO13 Black is 5.2 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Wins
HERO13 Black
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BHERO13 Black has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 0 frames)
- BHERO13 Black has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- BHERO13 Black has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BHERO13 Black has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 235 shots)
- APowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher Burst (mechanical) (20 fps vs 8 fps)
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
HERO13 Black
72 × 51 × 34 mm
159 g (0.35 lb / 5.61 oz)
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 33mm wider, 10mm taller, and 8mm thicker than HERO13 Black.
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 145 g heavier than HERO13 Black.
Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III · 34mm HERO13 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 8 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
HERO13 Black
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 0 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265 (HEVC)
IBIS effectiveness
7 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
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 20 fps
- ✓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
HERO13 Black
Pros
- ✓5.3K60 and 4K120 video
- ✓1/1.9-inch sensor
- ✓HyperSmooth 6.0 + Burst Slo-Mo
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –Small sensor vs Action 5 Pro
- –Fixed lens
- –Enduro battery not backward compatible
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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 HERO13 Black?
HERO13 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 HERO13 Black?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 20.1 MP and HERO13 Black is 27.6 MP, so the HERO13 Black captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO13 Black?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III does not have IBIS, while HERO13 Black uses HyperSmooth 6.0 (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot G7 X Mark III or the HERO13 Black?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III reaches 20 fps electronic. HERO13 Black reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO13 Black?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III weighs 304 g and HERO13 Black weighs 159 g, so the HERO13 Black is 145 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO13 Black record 4K video?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: 4K up to 30p. HERO13 Black: 4K up to 120p.
Are the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO13 Black weather sealed?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: No. HERO13 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 HERO13 Black, giving the HERO13 Black the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III launched at $749 and HERO13 Black at $399. The HERO13 Black is $350 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.