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 7 IV
33MP hybrid all-rounder with 10-bit 4K 60p and AI-powered subject tracking.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Oct 2021
Alpha 7 IV is 5.8 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
Wins
Alpha 7 IV
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher IBIS effectiveness (5.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 3,200)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher RAW buffer depth (828 frames vs 60 frames)
- APowerShot ELPH 360 HS has lower Weight (147 g vs 658 g)
- BAlpha 7 IV 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 7 IV
131 × 96 × 80 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 31mm narrower, 38mm shorter, and 57mm thinner than Alpha 7 IV.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 511 g lighter than Alpha 7 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 23mm PowerShot ELPH 360 HS · 80mm Alpha 7 IV
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
100 × 58 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
100 × 23 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 80 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
Alpha 7 IV
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
30.6× 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 7 IV
✓ 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 658 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 7 IV
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
IBIS effectiveness
5.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131.3, 96.4, 79.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 3,200 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
828 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 2.5 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓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 7 IV
Pros
- ✓33MP — more detail for cropping and print
- ✓10-bit 4K 60p (Super35 crop) / 4K 30p full-frame
- ✓Full-size HDMI port
- ✓759 phase-detect AF points
Cons
- –4K 60p requires Super35 crop
- –10fps burst lags behind R6 II at 40fps
- –Complex menu system
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
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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 or Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 7 IV scores 9.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for PowerShot ELPH 360 HS — 33MP — ample resolution for portraits.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Alpha 7 IV?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 20.2 MP and Alpha 7 IV is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Alpha 7 IV have in-body image stabilization?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS or the Alpha 7 IV?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS reaches 7.2 fps electronic. Alpha 7 IV reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Alpha 7 IV?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS weighs 147 g and Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g, so the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 511 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Alpha 7 IV record 4K video?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS: Full HD. Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Alpha 7 IV weather sealed?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS: No. Alpha 7 IV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 180 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and 580 shots for the Alpha 7 IV, giving the Alpha 7 IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS launched at $210 and Alpha 7 IV at $2,499. The PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is $2,289 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.