After months of silence and “temporarily out of stock” notices across major retailers, Canon has officially confirmed that the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III is back in production. The compact vlogging favorite, once feared discontinued, is finally making its way back to store shelves—though buyers might still have to wait a bit longer.
Why the G7 X Mark III Vanished from Shelves
The G7 X Mark III has been notoriously difficult to find in stock for over a year. Retailers like B&H Photo and Adorama listed the camera as “temporarily out of stock,” a status that began to feel permanent. Many assumed Canon had quietly stopped manufacturing it altogether.
However, Canon Japan recently released an official statement clarifying the situation. The company cited a “large number of orders” and a prolonged component shortage as the main causes of the supply issue. Canon stated:
“We plan to ship the products in order, but due to the large number of orders we have received, it will take a long time for delivery. Please note that we are currently not accepting new orders.”
That last line — “not accepting new orders” — is rare for Canon and signals just how deep the backlog goes.
Canon Confirms Production Has Restarted
In a recent inquiry by DPReview, Canon confirmed that production has officially resumed. The company explained that component shortages — likely tied to the DiGiC 8 processor and the 1-inch sensor — were the main reasons behind the pause.
While Canon hasn’t disclosed the exact details, experts believe the DiGiC 8 SoC and possibly the Sony-sourced sensor used in the G7 X Mark III were no longer readily available, forcing Canon to wait for fabrication partners to restart production.
Now that supply chains are stabilizing, Canon says it’s fulfilling backorders first before reopening general sales.
High Demand Turns G7 X Mark III Into a “Unicorn”
Because of the scarcity, the PowerShot G7 X Mark III became a collector’s item of sorts. Prices on unofficial resale markets have soared to nearly double its original MSRP, making it one of the most sought-after compact cameras in recent years.
Its popularity stems from its balance of pocketable size, 1-inch sensor quality, and vlogger-friendly features like live streaming and vertical video support. Even as smartphones improved dramatically, many creators still preferred the G7 X Mark III for its natural color tone and video depth.
Will There Be a G7 X Mark IV?
While Canon hasn’t officially teased a successor, fans are already hoping this renewed interest might inspire a PowerShot G7 X Mark IV. If it happens, creators are asking for upgrades like:
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A new DPAF (Dual Pixel Autofocus) stacked sensor
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The DiGiC X processor for better performance
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Improved 4K recording without crop
For now, though, Canon appears focused on meeting existing demand rather than developing a replacement.
What This Means for Buyers
If you’ve had a G7 X Mark III on backorder, there’s finally some light at the end of the tunnel. Canon is slowly working through the queue, and restocks could appear in select regions in the coming months.
However, since Canon has paused new orders to manage existing ones, availability will remain limited—at least until current demand is met.
The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III’s return to production marks a small but significant victory for fans of compact cameras. Despite industry-wide chip shortages and a shift toward mirrorless systems, Canon’s decision to keep the G7 X III alive shows there’s still room in the market for high-quality, pocket-sized cameras.
Whether this renewed production signals the beginning of a revival of compact cameras or a final run before retirement remains to be seen—but for now, the G7 X Mark III is back, and that’s reason enough for creators to celebrate.
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