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 Pocket 3
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch sensor, 4K 120p, and rotating 2-inch OLED screen.
$519
Launch priceReleased Oct 2023
PowerShot V1 is 1.4 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot V1
Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- APowerShot V1 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- APowerShot V1 has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 130 Mbps)
- BOsmo Pocket 3 has lower Weight (179 g vs 426 g)
- APowerShot V1 has higher Resolution (22.3 MP vs 9.4 MP)
- BOsmo Pocket 3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
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 Pocket 3
34 × 140 × 42 mm
179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz)
PowerShot V1 is 72mm shorter than Osmo Pocket 3 but it is also 85mm wider and 10mm thicker.
PowerShot V1 is 247 g heavier than Osmo Pocket 3.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm PowerShot V1 · 42mm Osmo Pocket 3
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 Pocket 3
34 × 140 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 Pocket 3
34 × 42 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot V1
18.4 × 12.3 mm · 1.4-type
226 mm² area
Osmo Pocket 3
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
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 118.3, 68, 52.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-I
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
340 Mbps vs 130 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
22.3 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only PowerShot V1 supports it
Eye AF
Only PowerShot V1 supports it
Reasons to choose
Osmo Pocket 3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 33.5, 139.7, 42.2
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
179 g vs 426 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds HEVC
Both cameras share
- ✓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 Pocket 3
Pros
- ✓Built-in 3-axis gimbal
- ✓1-inch sensor
- ✓Creator-friendly
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Small sensor vs ILC
- –Accessory dependent
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon PowerShot V1
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, PowerShot V1 or Osmo Pocket 3?
PowerShot V1 scores 6.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Osmo Pocket 3 — 426g — easy to handhold for selfie video.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Pocket 3?
PowerShot V1 is 22.3 MP and Osmo Pocket 3 is 9.4 MP, so the PowerShot V1 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Pocket 3?
PowerShot V1 does not have IBIS, while Osmo Pocket 3 uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Pocket 3?
PowerShot V1 weighs 426 g and Osmo Pocket 3 weighs 179 g, so the Osmo Pocket 3 is 247 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Pocket 3 record 4K video?
PowerShot V1: 4K up to 60p. Osmo Pocket 3: 4K up to 60p.
Are the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Pocket 3 weather sealed?
PowerShot V1: No. Osmo Pocket 3: No.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot V1 launched at $899 and Osmo Pocket 3 at $519. The Osmo Pocket 3 is $380 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.