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
Released 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
Released Sep 2025
Osmo Nano is 5 months newer.
Wins
PowerShot V1
Wins
Osmo Nano
3 categories tied
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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 (52 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
PowerShot V1
118 × 68 × 53 mm
426 g (0.94 lb / 15.03 oz)
Osmo Nano
57 × 30 × 28 mm
52 g (0.11 lb / 1.83 oz)
PowerShot V1 is 61mm wider, 39mm taller, and 25mm thicker than Osmo Nano.
PowerShot V1 is 374 g heavier than Osmo Nano.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm PowerShot V1 · 28mm Osmo Nano
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 57.3, 29.5, 28
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
52 g vs 426 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Nano supports it
Weather sealing
Only Osmo Nano supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 400 shots — 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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Canon PowerShot V1
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, PowerShot V1 or Osmo Nano?
Osmo Nano scores 8.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for PowerShot V1 — 52g — ultralight for all-day carry.
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.
Do the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Nano have in-body image stabilization?
PowerShot V1 does not have IBIS, while osmo Nano does not have IBIS.
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 52 g, so the Osmo Nano is 374 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.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 400 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot V1 and 640 shots for the Osmo Nano, giving the Osmo Nano the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot V1 launched at $899 and Osmo Nano at $299. The Osmo Nano is $600 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.