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
X5
Flagship 360° action camera with dual 1/1.28-inch sensors, 8K 30fps 360° video, 4K 60fps single-lens mode, 15m waterproofing, and AI-powered PureVideo.
$550
Launch priceReleased Apr 2025
X5 is 5.8 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Wins
X5
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX5 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- BX5 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- BX5 has higher 1080p max frame rate (120 fps vs 59.94 fps)
- APowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
- BX5 has higher Battery capacity (2400 mAh vs 1250 mAh)
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
X5
46 × 125 × 38 mm
200 g (0.44 lb / 7.05 oz)
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 64mm shorter than X5 but it is also 59mm wider and 3mm thicker.
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 104 g heavier than X5.
Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III · 38mm X5
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
X5
46 × 125 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
X5
46 × 38 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105, 60.9, 41.4
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
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
Codecs
Adds MP4
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only PowerShot G7 X Mark III supports it
Reasons to choose
X5
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 124.5, 38.2
Card types
Adds microSD
Resolution
72 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
120 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265
Weather sealing
Only X5 supports it
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
X5
Pros
- ✓Dual 1/1.28-inch sensors (2× larger than X4)
- ✓8K 30fps 360° and 5.7K 60fps
- ✓4K 60fps single-lens action mode
- ✓15m waterproof without case
- ✓72MP 360° photos
Cons
- –Premium price vs X4
- –8K workflow is storage-heavy
- –Fixed lenses (not user-swappable in field)
- –Editing 360° footage takes time
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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 X5?
X5 scores 8.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for PowerShot G7 X Mark III — Weather sealed for outdoor sports.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and X5?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 20.1 MP and X5 is 72 MP, so the X5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and X5?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III does not have IBIS, while X5 uses FlowState 6-axis (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and X5?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III weighs 304 g and X5 weighs 200 g, so the X5 is 104 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and X5 record 4K video?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: 4K up to 29.97p. X5: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and X5 weather sealed?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: No. X5: Yes.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III launched at $749 and X5 at $550. The X5 is $199 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.