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
Nikon
D3500
Entry DSLR that introduced millions to interchangeable-lens photography.
$449
Launch priceReleased Aug 2018
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 10 months newer.
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Wins
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Wins
D3500
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BD3500 has higher AF points / zones (11 vs 0)
- APowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher 4K max frame rate (30 fps vs 0 fps)
- BD3500 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (1550 shots vs 235 shots)
- APowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher Burst (mechanical) (20 fps vs 5 fps)
- APowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 5 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
D3500
124 × 97 × 70 mm
365 g (0.80 lb / 12.88 oz)
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 19mm narrower, 36mm shorter, and 28mm thinner than D3500.
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 61 g lighter than D3500.
Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III · 70mm D3500
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
116 mm² area
D3500
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
3.2× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: mount data unavailable
D3500
✓ more lensesNikon F
270+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -1 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human
4K max frame rate
30 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105, 60.9, 41.4
Burst (mechanical)
20 fps vs 5 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 5 fps — higher is better
Eye AF
Only PowerShot G7 X Mark III supports it
Reasons to choose
D3500
AF points / zones
11 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264/AVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124, 97, 69.5
Battery life (CIPA)
1550 shots vs 235 shots — higher is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 125 — lower is better
Resolution
24.2 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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
D3500
Pros
- ✓Very affordable
- ✓Long battery life
- ✓Lightweight
Cons
- –No 4K
- –Basic AF
- –Discontinued
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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 vlogging, PowerShot G7 X Mark III or D3500?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III scores 5.0/10 versus 2.0/10 for D3500 — 304g — easy to handhold for selfie video.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and D3500?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 20.1 MP and D3500 is 24.2 MP, so the D3500 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and D3500?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III does not have IBIS, while D3500 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot G7 X Mark III or the D3500?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III reaches 20 fps electronic. D3500 reaches 5 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and D3500?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III weighs 304 g and D3500 weighs 365 g, so the PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 61 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and D3500 record 4K video?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: 4K up to 30p. D3500: Full HD.
Are the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and D3500 weather sealed?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III: No. D3500: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 235 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and 1,550 shots for the D3500, giving the D3500 the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot G7 X Mark III launched at $749 and D3500 at $449. The D3500 is $300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.