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 4
Fourth-gen 1-inch pocket gimbal camera with 4K/240fps slow-motion, 14-stop D-Log, ActiveTrack 7.0, 107GB built-in storage, and 240-min battery.
$499
Launch priceReleased Apr 2026
Osmo Pocket 4 is 1 year newer.
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Wins
PowerShot V1
Wins
Osmo Pocket 4
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- APowerShot V1 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (400 shots vs -1 shots)
- BOsmo Pocket 4 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- BOsmo Pocket 4 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 45 frames)
- APowerShot V1 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
- BOsmo Pocket 4 has lower Weight (190.5 g vs 426 g)
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 4
34 × 144 × 44 mm
190.5 g (0.42 lb / 6.72 oz)
PowerShot V1 is 76mm shorter than Osmo Pocket 4 but it is also 85mm wider and 8mm thicker.
PowerShot V1 is 236 g heavier than Osmo Pocket 4.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm PowerShot V1 · 44mm Osmo Pocket 4
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 4
34 × 144 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 4
34 × 44 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot V1
18.4 × 12.3 mm · 1.4-type
226 mm² area
Osmo Pocket 4
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
Battery life (CIPA)
400 shots vs -1 shots — higher is better
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 12,800 — higher is better
AA filter
Only PowerShot V1 supports it
Eye AF
Only PowerShot V1 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only PowerShot V1 supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Animal
Reasons to choose
Osmo Pocket 4
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 33.5, 144.2, 44.4
Card types
Adds microSD
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 45 frames — higher is better
Weight
190.5 g vs 426 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Pocket 4 supports it
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 4
Pros
- ✓4K/240fps slow-motion
- ✓14-stop dynamic range + 10-bit D-Log
- ✓107GB built-in + 800MB/s transfer
- ✓240-min battery life
Cons
- –No US official sale (FCC pending)
- –No weathersealing
- –Fixed lens
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 sports, PowerShot V1 or Osmo Pocket 4?
Osmo Pocket 4 scores 10.0/10 versus 7.0/10 for PowerShot V1 — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Pocket 4?
PowerShot V1 is 22.3 MP and Osmo Pocket 4 is 37 MP, so the Osmo Pocket 4 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Pocket 4?
PowerShot V1 does not have IBIS, while Osmo Pocket 4 uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot V1 or the Osmo Pocket 4?
PowerShot V1 reaches 30 fps electronic. Osmo Pocket 4 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Pocket 4?
PowerShot V1 weighs 426 g and Osmo Pocket 4 weighs 190.5 g, so the Osmo Pocket 4 is 236 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Pocket 4 record 4K video?
PowerShot V1: 4K up to 60p. Osmo Pocket 4: 4K up to 60p.
Are the PowerShot V1 and Osmo Pocket 4 weather sealed?
PowerShot V1: No. Osmo Pocket 4: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 400 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot V1 and -1 shots for the Osmo Pocket 4, giving the PowerShot V1 the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot V1 launched at $899 and Osmo Pocket 4 at $499. The Osmo Pocket 4 is $400 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and DJI press materials.