Canon
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
2016 ultracompact pocket camera with 20.2MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS, 12x 25–300mm OIS zoom, Full HD video, and Wi-Fi/NFC.
$210
Launch priceReleased Jan 2016
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 8.9 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
Wins
Alpha 1 II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 3,200)
- APowerShot ELPH 360 HS has lower Weight (147 g vs 743 g)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 7.2 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 2.5 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
100 × 58 × 23 mm
147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 36mm narrower, 39mm shorter, and 60mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 596 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 23mm PowerShot ELPH 360 HS · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
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: mount data unavailable
Alpha 1 II
✓ 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
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 100, 58, 23
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
147 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
ISO min (native)
80 vs 100 — lower is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
IBIS effectiveness
8.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 7.2 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 2.5 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓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
Pros
- ✓True pocket ultracompact (147g)
- ✓12x 25–300mm optical zoom
- ✓Hybrid Auto + Creative Shot modes
- ✓Wi-Fi + NFC
- ✓SD card slot (not microSD)
Cons
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Full HD only (no 4K)
- –Fixed non-touch LCD
- –Discontinued (superseded by HS A)
- –Legacy Mini-USB port
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, PowerShot ELPH 360 HS or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for PowerShot ELPH 360 HS — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Alpha 1 II?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 20.2 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS does not have IBIS, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS or the Alpha 1 II?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS reaches 7.2 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Alpha 1 II?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS weighs 147 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 596 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS: Full HD. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 180 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS launched at $210 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is $6,289 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.