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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

Xtra

Edge

Lightweight 149g action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/120fps, 52ft waterproofing, dual touchscreens, and 180-min battery.

$199

Launch price

Released Mar 2026

Edge is 6.8 years newer.

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Wins

1categories

PowerShot G7 X Mark III

Wins

6categories

Edge

Sports & ActionTravel

3 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

PowerShot G7 X Mark III wins 1 categories·Edge wins 4 categories
  • BEdge has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
  • BEdge has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
  • BEdge has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 235 shots)
  • BEdge has lower Weight (149 g vs 304 g)
  • APowerShot G7 X Mark III has higher Resolution (20.1 MP vs 10 MP)

Key specs at a glance

PowerShot G7 X Mark IIIEdge
Resolution20.1 MP10 MP
Sensor13.2 × 8.8 mm9.6 × 7.2 mm
ISO max12,80012,800
Burst20 fps
4K30 fps120 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight304 g149 g
Battery235 shots640 shots

Size and weight, to scale

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

Edge

71 × 44 × 33 mm

149 g (0.33 lb / 5.26 oz)

PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 35mm wider, 17mm taller, and 9mm thicker than Edge.

PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 155 g heavier than Edge.

Depth (front-to-back): 41mm PowerShot G7 X Mark III · 33mm Edge

Sensor size, to scale

PowerShot G7 X Mark III

13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″

116 mm² area

Edge

9.6 × 7.2 mm · Compact

69 mm² area

1.7× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use casePowerShot G7 X Mark IIIEdge
Portrait
3.0Limited✓ wins
1.0Limited
Sports & Action
4.0Fair
8.5Excellent✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
4.0Fair
4.5Fair✓ wins
Landscape
0.0Limited
1.5Limited✓ wins
Travel
3.5Limited
7.0Good✓ wins
Wildlife
2.5Limited✓ wins
1.5Limited
Vlogging
5.0Fair✓ 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

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 105, 60.9, 41.4

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • Resolution

    20.1 MP vs 10 MP — higher is better

  • AA filter

    Only PowerShot G7 X Mark III supports it

  • Eye AF

    Only PowerShot G7 X Mark III supports it

  • Microphone jack (3.5mm)

    Only PowerShot G7 X Mark III supports it

Reasons to choose

Edge

  • Codecs

    Adds H.264 (AVC), H.265 (HEVC)

  • IBIS effectiveness

    6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better

  • Stabilization modes

    Adds TiltGuard, MotionMaster

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8

  • 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

  • Weight

    149 g vs 304 g — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • ISO max (native)Both 12,800
  • Card slotsBoth 1
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi
  • BluetoothBoth 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

Edge

Pros

  • 1/1.3-inch sensor at $199
  • 52ft waterproof (no case)
  • 149g ultra-lightweight
  • 3-hour battery

Cons

  • No built-in storage
  • Fixed lens
  • No pre-recording

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Edge
Resolution
20.1 MP2× more
10 MP
Sensor type
1.0-inch stacked CMOS
1/1.3" CMOS
Sensor size
13.2 × 8.8 mm
9.6 × 7.2 mm
AA filter
Yes
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Edge
Aperture
f/1.8–2.8
f/2.8
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
24–100 mm
Field of view
155 °
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Edge
Processor
DIGIC 8
Xtra AI processor with color temperature sensor
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Edge
ISO min (native)
125
100−25 less
ISO max (native)
12,800
12,800
ISO max (expanded)
25,600
12,800
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Edge
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 Edge?

Edge scores 8.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for PowerShot G7 X Mark III — Electronic stabilization (TiltGuard + MotionMaster) stabilization — steady handheld footage.

What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Edge?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 20.1 MP and Edge is 10 MP, so the PowerShot G7 X Mark III captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Edge?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III does not have IBIS, while Edge uses Electronic stabilization (TiltGuard + MotionMaster) (electronic).

What's the weight difference between the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Edge?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III weighs 304 g and Edge weighs 149 g, so the Edge is 155 g lighter.

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

PowerShot G7 X Mark III: 4K up to 30p. Edge: 4K up to 120p.

Are the PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Edge weather sealed?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III: No. Edge: 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 Edge, giving the Edge the edge.

How much does each cost?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III launched at $749 and Edge at $199. The Edge is $550 less.

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