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
Insta360
X3
5.7K 360 camera with dual 1/2-inch 48MP sensors, 72MP photos, 4K single-lens mode, and IPX8 10m waterproofing.
$449
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
X3 is 3.2 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Wins
X3
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX3 has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 0 frames)
- BX3 has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- BX3 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- APowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher Burst (mechanical) (20 fps vs 6 fps)
- BX3 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
X3
46 × 114 × 33 mm
180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 53mm shorter than X3 but it is also 59mm wider and 8mm thicker.
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 124 g heavier than X3.
Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III · 33mm X3
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
X3
46 × 114 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
X3
46 × 33 mm
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
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
1080p max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X3
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 0 frames — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, Active HDR
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 114, 33.1
Card types
Adds microSD
Resolution
72 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 235 shots — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X3 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 30 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
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
X3
Pros
- ✓72MP 360 photos
- ✓5.7K60 360 video
- ✓Great value used
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –No 8K vs X4
- –Single-lens capped at 4K30
- –Older AI editing
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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 landscape, PowerShot G7 X Mark III or X3?
X3 scores 5.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for PowerShot G7 X Mark III — 72MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and X3?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 20.1 MP and X3 is 72 MP, so the X3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and X3?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III does not have IBIS, while X3 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot G7 X Mark III or the X3?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III reaches 20 fps electronic. X3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and X3?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III weighs 304 g and X3 weighs 180 g, so the X3 is 124 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and X3 record 4K video?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: 4K up to 30p. X3: 4K up to 30p.
Are the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and X3 weather sealed?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: No. X3: 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 X3, giving the X3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III launched at $749 and X3 at $449. The X3 is $300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Insta360 press materials.