Canon
EOS R3
Pro 24MP full-frame stacked-sensor body built for sports, news, wildlife, and high-speed hybrid capture.
$5,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2021
Canon
PowerShot V1
Compact creator camera with a 22.3MP 1.4-type sensor, built-in 16–50mm f/2.8–4.5 zoom, cooling fan, and Canon Log 3.
$899
Launch priceReleased Apr 2025
PowerShot V1 is 3.6 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R3
Wins
PowerShot V1
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R3 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R3 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 340 Mbps)
- AEOS R3 has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 45 frames)
- BPowerShot V1 has higher AF points / zones (3431 vs 1053)
- AEOS R3 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 32,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareEOS R3
150 × 143 × 87 mm
1015 g (2.24 lb / 35.80 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
PowerShot V1
118 × 68 × 53 mm
426 g (0.94 lb / 15.03 oz)
EOS R3 is 32mm wider, 75mm taller, and 35mm thicker than PowerShot V1.
EOS R3 is 589 g heavier than PowerShot V1.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm EOS R3 · 53mm PowerShot V1
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R3
150 × 143 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
PowerShot V1
118 × 68 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R3
150 × 87 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
PowerShot V1
118 × 53 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
PowerShot V1
18.4 × 12.3 mm · 1.4-type
226 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R3
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
PowerShot V1: mount data unavailable
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
EOS R3
AF low-light limit
-7.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 142.6, 87.2
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 340 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 45 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 32,000 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
PowerShot V1
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 118.3, 68, 52.5
AF points / zones
3431 vs 1053 — higher is better
Weight
426 g vs 1015 g — lower is better
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 12 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R3
Pros
- ✓30fps electronic burst from a stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓Exceptional low-light AF down to -7.5 EV
- ✓Integrated pro body with large LP-E19 battery
- ✓6K RAW video and 4K 120p
- ✓Rugged weather-sealed construction
Cons
- –24MP resolution trails higher-detail rivals
- –Large integrated-grip body
- –Expensive compared with enthusiast full-frame bodies
PowerShot V1
Pros
- ✓Large 1.4-type sensor for a compact
- ✓Built-in 16–50mm f/2.8–4.5 zoom
- ✓4K 60p and Canon Log 3
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
- ✓Cooling fan for longer recording
Cons
- –Fixed lens limits flexibility
- –4K 60p uses cropped mode
- –No built-in EVF
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R3 or PowerShot V1?
EOS R3 scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for PowerShot V1 — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R3 and PowerShot V1?
EOS R3 is 24.1 MP and PowerShot V1 is 22.3 MP, so the EOS R3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R3 and PowerShot V1 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R3 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while PowerShot V1 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R3 or the PowerShot V1?
EOS R3 reaches 30 fps electronic. PowerShot V1 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R3 and PowerShot V1?
EOS R3 weighs 1015 g and PowerShot V1 weighs 426 g, so the PowerShot V1 is 589 g lighter.
Do the EOS R3 and PowerShot V1 record 4K video?
EOS R3: 6K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. PowerShot V1: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R3 and PowerShot V1 weather sealed?
EOS R3: Yes. PowerShot V1: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 620 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R3 and 400 shots for the PowerShot V1, giving the EOS R3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R3 launched at $5,999 and PowerShot V1 at $899. The PowerShot V1 is $5,100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.