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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
Edge Pro

Xtra

Edge Pro

Flagship action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/120fps in 4:3, Night View mode, 32× slow motion, 20m waterproof, and 230-min cold-resistant battery.

$299

Launch price

Released Oct 2025

Edge Pro is 6.3 years newer.

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Wins

0categories

PowerShot G7 X Mark III

Wins

7categories

Edge Pro

Sports & ActionTravel

1 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

PowerShot G7 X Mark III wins 0 categories·Edge Pro wins 5 categories
  • BEdge Pro has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
  • BEdge Pro has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
  • BEdge Pro has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
  • BEdge Pro has lower Weight (147 g vs 304 g)
  • BEdge Pro has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)

Key specs at a glance

PowerShot G7 X Mark IIIEdge Pro
Resolution20.1 MP40 MP
Sensor13.2 × 8.8 mm1/1.3"-Type
ISO max12,80051,200
Burst20 fps
4K30 fps120 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight304 g147 g
Battery235 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 Pro front view

Edge Pro

71 × 44 × 33 mm

147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 oz)

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

PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 157 g heavier than Edge Pro.

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

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

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

Edge Pro back view

Edge Pro

71 × 44 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 shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Edge Pro top view

Edge Pro

71 × 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

Use casePowerShot G7 X Mark IIIEdge Pro
Portrait
3.0Limited
3.0Limited
Sports & Action
4.0Fair
10.0Excellent✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
4.0Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited
Landscape
0.0Limited
4.5Fair✓ wins
Travel
3.5Limited
6.0Good✓ wins
Wildlife
2.5Limited
4.0Fair✓ wins
Vlogging
5.0Fair✓ wins
4.0Fair

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

PowerShot G7 X Mark III

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 105, 60.9, 41.4

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • 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

  • Headphone jack (3.5mm)

    Only PowerShot G7 X Mark III supports it

Reasons to choose

Edge Pro

  • IBIS effectiveness

    7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better

  • Stabilization modes

    Adds MotionMaster, TiltGuard, 360 Lock

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8

  • Card types

    Adds microSD

  • ISO max (native)

    51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better

  • 4K max frame rate

    120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better

  • Codecs

    Adds AVC, H.265, HEVC

  • Weight

    147 g vs 304 g — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • 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 Pro

Pros

  • 4K/120fps 4:3 + 13.5 stops DR
  • 4K/60fps Night View AI mode
  • 20m waterproof (no case)
  • 230 min battery; –20 °C rated

Cons

  • Fixed lens
  • Night View limited to 8-bit
  • Larger/heavier than Edge

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Edge Pro
Resolution
20.1 MP
40 MP+99%
Sensor type
1.0-inch stacked CMOS
CMOS
Sensor size
13.2 × 8.8 mm
1/1.3"-Type
AA filter
Yes
No
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Edge Pro
Aperture
f/1.8–2.8
2.8
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
24–100 mm
Field of view
155 °
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Edge Pro
Processor
DIGIC 8
Xtra AI processor with color temperature sensor
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Edge Pro
ISO min (native)
125
100−25 less
ISO max (native)
12,800
51,200+2 stops
ISO max (expanded)
25,600
12,800
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
Edge Pro
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 Pro?

Edge Pro scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for PowerShot G7 X Mark III — Pre-Capture records before you press shutter.

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

PowerShot G7 X Mark III is 20.1 MP and Edge Pro is 40 MP, so the Edge Pro captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

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

PowerShot G7 X Mark III does not have IBIS, while Edge Pro does not have IBIS.

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

PowerShot G7 X Mark III weighs 304 g and Edge Pro weighs 147 g, so the Edge Pro is 157 g lighter.

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

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

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

PowerShot G7 X Mark III: No. Edge Pro: Yes.

How much does each cost?

PowerShot G7 X Mark III launched at $749 and Edge Pro at $299. The Edge Pro is $450 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 Xtra press materials.