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
Canon
PowerShot V10
Vertical pocket vlog camera with 1-inch CMOS, fixed 19mm f/2.8 lens, built-in kickstand, stereo mics, 4K30 video, and UVC webcam support.
$430
Launch priceReleased Jun 2023
PowerShot V1 is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot V1
Wins
PowerShot V10
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- APowerShot V1 has higher AF points / zones (3431 vs 31)
- APowerShot V1 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- BPowerShot V10 has lower Weight (211 g vs 426 g)
- APowerShot V1 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- APowerShot V1 has higher 1080p max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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PowerShot V1
118 × 68 × 53 mm
426 g (0.94 lb / 15.03 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
PowerShot V10
63 × 90 × 34 mm
211 g (0.47 lb / 7.44 oz)
PowerShot V1 is 22mm shorter than PowerShot V10 but it is also 55mm wider and 18mm thicker.
PowerShot V1 is 215 g heavier than PowerShot V10.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm PowerShot V1 · 34mm PowerShot V10
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot V1
118 × 68 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
PowerShot V10
63 × 90 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
PowerShot V1
118 × 53 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
PowerShot V10
63 × 34 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot V1
18.4 × 12.3 mm · 1.4-type
226 mm² area
PowerShot V10
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
1.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
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 V1
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 118.3, 68, 52.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-I
AF points / zones
3431 vs 31 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only PowerShot V1 supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Animal
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
PowerShot V10
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 63.4, 90, 34.3
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
Weight
211 g vs 426 g — lower is better
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 45 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
PowerShot V10
Pros
- ✓Vertical grip + built-in kickstand
- ✓1-inch sensor with 19mm f/2.8 wide lens
- ✓4K30 and Full HD 60p
- ✓Stereo mics + 3.5mm mic input
- ✓UVC/UAC webcam + live streaming
Cons
- –Fixed 19mm lens only
- –Non-removable internal battery
- –Contrast-detect AF only
- –2-inch LCD (small)
- –Digital IS only (crops frame)
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, PowerShot V1 or PowerShot V10?
PowerShot V1 scores 7.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for PowerShot V10 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot V1 and PowerShot V10?
PowerShot V1 is 22.3 MP and PowerShot V10 is 15.2 MP, so the PowerShot V1 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot V1 and PowerShot V10?
PowerShot V1 does not have IBIS, while PowerShot V10 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot V1 and PowerShot V10?
PowerShot V1 weighs 426 g and PowerShot V10 weighs 211 g, so the PowerShot V10 is 215 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot V1 and PowerShot V10 record 4K video?
PowerShot V1: 4K up to 60p. PowerShot V10: 4K up to 30p.
Are the PowerShot V1 and PowerShot V10 weather sealed?
PowerShot V1: No. PowerShot V10: No.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot V1 launched at $899 and PowerShot V10 at $430. The PowerShot V10 is $469 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.