Canon
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
Ultracompact pocket point-and-shoot with 20.2MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS, 12x 25–300mm OIS zoom, Full HD video, and Wi-Fi/NFC.
$379
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
Sony
Alpha 7R VI
66.8MP stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's AI processing unit.
$4,499
Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 9 months newer.
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Wins
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 3,200)
- APowerShot ELPH 360 HS A has lower Weight (146 g vs 713 g)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 7.2 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Battery life (CIPA) (600 shots vs 180 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
100 × 58 × 23 mm
146 g (0.32 lb / 5.15 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is 33mm narrower, 39mm shorter, and 60mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is 567 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 23mm PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
100 × 58 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
100 × 23 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
30.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7R VI
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
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 ELPH 360 HS A
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 99.6, 58, 22.8
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
Weight
146 g vs 713 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A supports it
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -6 EV — lower is better
ISO min (native)
80 vs 100 — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 7.2 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
600 shots vs 180 shots — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 20.2 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
Pros
- ✓True pocket ultracompact (146g)
- ✓12x 25–300mm optical zoom
- ✓Hybrid Auto + Creative Shot modes
- ✓Wi-Fi + NFC
- ✓7.2 fps high-speed burst
Cons
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Full HD only (no 4K)
- –Fixed non-touch LCD
- –microSD storage (not SD)
- –Legacy Mini-USB port
Alpha 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓5-axis sensor-shift stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and Alpha 7R VI at major authorized retailers.
Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and Alpha 7R VI?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is 20.2 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A or the Alpha 7R VI?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A reaches 7.2 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and Alpha 7R VI?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A weighs 146 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is 567 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A: Full HD. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 180 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A launched at $379 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is $4,120 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 Sony press materials.