Cameraegg Compare logoCameraegg
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
HERO13 Black

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 price

Released Sep 2024

HERO13 Black is 5.2 years newer.

Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.

Wins

2categories

PowerShot G7 X Mark III

Wins

7categories

HERO13 Black

Sports & ActionTravel

5 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

PowerShot G7 X Mark III wins 0 categories·HERO13 Black wins 5 categories
  • 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 29.97 fps)
  • BHERO13 Black has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 59.94 fps)
  • BHERO13 Black has lower Weight (121 g vs 304 g)

Key specs at a glance

PowerShot G7 X Mark IIIHERO13 Black
Resolution20.1 MP27.6 MP
Sensor13.2 × 8.8 mm1/1.9"
ISO max12,8006,400
Burst20 fps20 fps
4K29.97 fps120 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight304 g121 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

HERO13 Black front view

HERO13 Black

72 × 51 × 34 mm

121 g (0.27 lb / 4.27 oz)

PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 33mm wider, 10mm taller, and 8mm thicker than HERO13 Black.

PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 183 g heavier than HERO13 Black.

Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III · 34mm HERO13 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

HERO13 Black back view

HERO13 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

HERO13 Black top view

HERO13 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 IIIHERO13 Black
Portrait
3.0Limited✓ wins
2.0Limited
Sports & Action
2.5Limited
10.0Excellent✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
2.0Limited
3.0Limited✓ wins
Landscape
0.0Limited
3.0Limited✓ wins
Travel
4.5Fair
6.0Good✓ wins
Wildlife
2.5Limited
5.5Fair✓ wins
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

  • 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, 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
  • Burst (electronic)Both 20 fps
  • Max video bit rateBoth 120 Mbps
  • Card slotsBoth 1
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi

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

Decided which one is right for you?

Compare live prices for the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO13 Black at major authorized retailers.

Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.

Full specifications

= category winner

PowerShot G7 X Mark III
HERO13 Black
Resolution
20.1 MP
27.6 MP+37%
Sensor type
1"-Type CMOS
CMOS
Sensor size
13.2 × 8.8 mm
1/1.9"
AA filter
Yes
No
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
HERO13 Black
Aperture
1.8 to 2.8
2.5
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
24 to 100mm
12 to 39
Field of view
156 °
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
HERO13 Black
Processor
DIGIC 8
Image processor
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
HERO13 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
HERO13 Black
Shutter type
Mechanical + Electronic
Electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/2000 sec
1/8000 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 HERO13 Black?

HERO13 Black scores 10.0/10 versus 2.5/10 for PowerShot G7 X Mark III — 20fps burst — fast action ready.

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 does not have IBIS.

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 121 g, so the HERO13 Black is 183 g lighter.

Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and HERO13 Black record 4K video?

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

How much does each cost?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III launched at $749 and HERO13 Black at $399. The HERO13 Black is $350 less.

Can't decide between two? Compare a third camera.

Add any camera to get a three-way PowerShot G7 X Mark III vs HERO13 Black vs X comparison.

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

Product images courtesy of Canon and GoPro press materials.