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 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 10.4 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
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 has lower Weight (147 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
100 × 58 × 23 mm
147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 33mm narrower, 39mm shorter, and 60mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 566 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 23mm PowerShot ELPH 360 HS · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
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
100 × 23 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
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: 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
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 100, 58, 23
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
147 g vs 713 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only PowerShot ELPH 360 HS 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
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 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 and Alpha 7R VI at major authorized retailers.
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 portraits, PowerShot ELPH 360 HS or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for PowerShot ELPH 360 HS — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Alpha 7R VI?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS 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 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS or the Alpha 7R VI?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS reaches 7.2 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Alpha 7R VI?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS weighs 147 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 566 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS: Full HD. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 180 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS launched at $210 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is $4,289 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.