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
DJI
Osmo Nano
Ultra-compact modular action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 35MP stills, 4K 60p video, 4K 120fps slow motion, and a Multifunctional Vision Dock.
$299
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
Osmo Nano is 5 months newer.
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Wins
PowerShot V1
Wins
Osmo Nano
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- APowerShot V1 has higher AF points / zones (3431 vs 0)
- BOsmo Nano has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- BOsmo Nano has lower Weight (124 g vs 426 g)
- APowerShot V1 has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 6 fps)
- APowerShot V1 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 15 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
Osmo Nano
59 × 72 × 28 mm
124 g (0.27 lb / 4.37 oz)
PowerShot V1 is 4mm shorter than Osmo Nano but it is also 59mm wider and 25mm thicker.
PowerShot V1 is 302 g heavier than Osmo Nano.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm PowerShot V1 · 28mm Osmo Nano
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
Osmo Nano
59 × 72 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
Osmo Nano
59 × 28 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot V1
18.4 × 12.3 mm · 1.4-type
226 mm² area
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
AF points / zones
3431 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal
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
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
AA filter
Only PowerShot V1 supports it
Eye AF
Only PowerShot V1 supports it
Reasons to choose
Osmo Nano
Codecs
Adds HEVC
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds RockSteady 3.0, HorizonBalancing
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 59.1, 71.7, 28
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
124 g vs 426 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Nano supports it
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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
Osmo Nano
Pros
- ✓52g camera body
- ✓1/1.3-inch sensor
- ✓4K 120fps slow motion
- ✓10m waterproof camera body
Cons
- –Dock is only IPX4
- –Fixed ultra-wide lens
- –Smaller battery in camera body
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, PowerShot V1 or Osmo Nano?
Osmo Nano scores 10.0/10 versus 7.0/10 for PowerShot V1 — 15fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Nano?
PowerShot V1 is 22.3 MP and Osmo Nano is 35 MP, so the Osmo Nano captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Nano?
PowerShot V1 does not have IBIS, while Osmo Nano uses Electronic image stabilization (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot V1 or the Osmo Nano?
PowerShot V1 reaches 30 fps electronic. Osmo Nano reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Nano?
PowerShot V1 weighs 426 g and Osmo Nano weighs 124 g, so the Osmo Nano is 302 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Nano record 4K video?
PowerShot V1: 4K up to 60p. Osmo Nano: 4K up to 60p.
Are the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Nano weather sealed?
PowerShot V1: No. Osmo Nano: Yes.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot V1 launched at $899 and Osmo Nano at $299. The Osmo Nano is $600 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and DJI press materials.