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 Pocket 3
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch sensor, 4K 120p, and rotating 2-inch OLED screen.
$519
Released Oct 2023
PowerShot V1 is 1.4 years newer.
Wins
PowerShot V1
Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- APowerShot V1 has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 6 fps)
- 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)
- APowerShot V1 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 16,000)
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 Pocket 3
140 × 42 × 34 mm
179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz)
PowerShot V1 is 21mm narrower than Osmo Pocket 3 but it is also 26mm taller and 19mm thicker.
PowerShot V1 is 247 g heavier than Osmo Pocket 3.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm PowerShot V1 · 34mm Osmo Pocket 3
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
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
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Resolution
22.3 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only PowerShot V1 supports it
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 16,000 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only PowerShot V1 supports it
Reasons to choose
Osmo Pocket 3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 139.7, 42.2, 33.5
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
179 g vs 426 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Pocket 3 supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 400 shots — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 45 frames — higher is better
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
Full specifications
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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.
Do the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Pocket 3 have in-body image stabilization?
PowerShot V1 does not have IBIS, while osmo Pocket 3 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot V1 or the Osmo Pocket 3?
PowerShot V1 reaches 30 fps electronic. Osmo Pocket 3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
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.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 400 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot V1 and 640 shots for the Osmo Pocket 3, giving the Osmo Pocket 3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot V1 launched at $899 and Osmo Pocket 3 at $519. The Osmo Pocket 3 is $380 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.