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
GoPro
HERO12 Black
1/1.9-inch action camera with HDR 5.3K60, 4K120, 2.7K240 slow-mo, HyperSmooth 6.0, and 10m waterproof body.
$349
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
PowerShot V1 is 1.6 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot V1
Wins
HERO12 Black
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- APowerShot V1 has higher AF points / zones (3431 vs 0)
- BHERO12 Black has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- APowerShot V1 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- BHERO12 Black has lower Weight (154 g vs 426 g)
- APowerShot V1 has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 6 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
HERO12 Black
72 × 34 × 51 mm
154 g (0.34 lb / 5.43 oz)
PowerShot V1 is 47mm wider, 34mm taller, and 2mm thicker than HERO12 Black.
PowerShot V1 is 272 g heavier than HERO12 Black.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm PowerShot V1 · 51mm HERO12 Black
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
HERO12 Black
72 × 34 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
HERO12 Black
72 × 51 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
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
AA filter
Only PowerShot V1 supports it
Reasons to choose
HERO12 Black
Codecs
Adds H.265/HEVC
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds HyperSmooth 6.0, 360° Horizon Lock, AutoBoost
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.8, 33.6, 50.8
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
Weight
154 g vs 426 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only HERO12 Black supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓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
HERO12 Black
Pros
- ✓HDR 5.3K and 4K120
- ✓HyperSmooth 6.0
- ✓10m waterproof
- ✓Strong used value
Cons
- –Superseded by HERO13
- –Fixed lens
- –Smaller battery than HERO13
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, PowerShot V1 or HERO12 Black?
HERO12 Black 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 HERO12 Black?
PowerShot V1 is 22.3 MP and HERO12 Black is 27.6 MP, so the HERO12 Black captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot V1 and HERO12 Black?
PowerShot V1 does not have IBIS, while HERO12 Black does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot V1 or the HERO12 Black?
PowerShot V1 reaches 30 fps electronic. HERO12 Black reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot V1 and HERO12 Black?
PowerShot V1 weighs 426 g and HERO12 Black weighs 154 g, so the HERO12 Black is 272 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot V1 and HERO12 Black record 4K video?
PowerShot V1: 4K up to 60p. HERO12 Black: 4K up to 120p.
Are the PowerShot V1 and HERO12 Black weather sealed?
PowerShot V1: No. HERO12 Black: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 400 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot V1 and 640 shots for the HERO12 Black, giving the HERO12 Black the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot V1 launched at $899 and HERO12 Black at $349. The HERO12 Black is $550 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 GoPro press materials.