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PowerShot V1

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 price

Released Apr 2025

vs
Luna Ultra

Insta360

Luna Ultra

Flagship dual-lens 3-axis gimbal camera with Leica Summicron 1-inch 8K main lens, 1/1.3-inch telephoto, detachable 2-inch OLED screen, 8K30 / 4K120 video, and 37MP UltraPhoto.

$770

Launch price

Released Jun 2026

Luna Ultra is 1.2 years newer.

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Wins

2categories

PowerShot V1

Sports & ActionVlogging

Wins

5categories

Luna Ultra

Sports & ActionVideo & Hybrid

2 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

PowerShot V1 wins 2 categories·Luna Ultra wins 3 categories
  • BLuna Ultra has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
  • APowerShot V1 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
  • APowerShot V1 has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
  • BLuna Ultra has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
  • BLuna Ultra has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)

Key specs at a glance

PowerShot V1Luna Ultra
Resolution22.3 MP37 MP
Sensor18.4 × 12.3 mm13.2 × 8.8 mm
ISO max32,0006,400
Burst30 fps
4K60 fps120 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight426 g233 g
Battery400 shots

Size and weight, to scale

PowerShot V1 front view

PowerShot V1

118 × 68 × 53 mm

426 g (0.94 lb / 15.03 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

Luna Ultra front view

Luna Ultra

52 × 170 × 39 mm

233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz)

PowerShot V1 is 102mm shorter than Luna Ultra but it is also 66mm wider and 14mm thicker.

PowerShot V1 is 193 g heavier than Luna Ultra.

Depth (front-to-back): 53mm PowerShot V1 · 39mm Luna Ultra

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

PowerShot V1 back view

PowerShot V1

118 × 68 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Luna Ultra back view

Luna Ultra

52 × 170 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

PowerShot V1 top view

PowerShot V1

118 × 53 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Luna Ultra top view

Luna Ultra

52 × 39 mm

Sensor size, to scale

PowerShot V1

18.4 × 12.3 mm · 1.4-type

226 mm² area

Luna Ultra

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

Use casePowerShot V1Luna Ultra
Portrait
3.0Limited✓ wins
2.5Limited
Sports & Action
7.0Good
7.5Good✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
5.0Fair
6.0Good✓ wins
Landscape
0.0Limited
2.0Limited✓ wins
Travel
5.0Fair✓ wins
4.5Fair
Wildlife
4.0Fair✓ wins
0.0Limited
Vlogging
6.0Good✓ wins
4.0Fair

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 120 Mbps — 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

Reasons to choose

Luna Ultra

  • IBIS effectiveness

    8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 52.4, 169.9, 38.5

  • Card types

    Adds microSD

  • 4K max frame rate

    120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better

  • 1080p max frame rate

    240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better

  • Weight

    233 g vs 426 g — lower is better

  • Resolution

    37 MP vs 22.3 MP — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ISO min (native)Both 100
  • Card slotsBoth 1
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi
  • BluetoothBoth 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

Luna Ultra

Pros

  • Dual Leica lenses (1" + tele)
  • 8K30 with 4K120 & 1080p240
  • Detachable 2" OLED screen
  • 3-axis gimbal + Deep Track 5.0

Cons

  • Premium vs Pocket 3
  • No waterproofing
  • Tele reach capped at 240mm equiv

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

PowerShot V1
Luna Ultra
Resolution
22.3 MP
37 MP+66%
Sensor type
1.4-type CMOS
1" CMOS main + 1/1.3" tele (Leica Summicron)
Sensor size
18.4 × 12.3 mm
13.2 × 8.8 mm
AA filter
Yes
No
PowerShot V1
Luna Ultra
Aperture
f/2.8–4.5
f/1.8 main / f/2.0 tele
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
16–50 mm
20mm main / 60mm tele
PowerShot V1
Luna Ultra
Processor
DIGIC X
Triple AI Chip (dual imaging + 4nm AI)
PowerShot V1
Luna Ultra
ISO min (native)
100
100
ISO max (native)
32,000+2.3 stops
6,400
ISO max (expanded)
51,200
6,400
PowerShot V1
Luna Ultra
Shutter type
Mechanical + Electronic
Electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/2000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec
1/8000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for vlogging, PowerShot V1 or Luna Ultra?

PowerShot V1 scores 6.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Luna Ultra — 426g — easy to handhold for selfie video.

What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot V1 and Luna Ultra?

PowerShot V1 is 22.3 MP and Luna Ultra is 37 MP, so the Luna Ultra captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot V1 and Luna Ultra?

PowerShot V1 does not have IBIS, while Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal.

What's the weight difference between the PowerShot V1 and Luna Ultra?

PowerShot V1 weighs 426 g and Luna Ultra weighs 233 g, so the Luna Ultra is 193 g lighter.

Do the PowerShot V1 and Luna Ultra record 4K video?

PowerShot V1: 4K up to 60p. Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p.

Are the PowerShot V1 and Luna Ultra weather sealed?

PowerShot V1: No. Luna Ultra: No.

How much does each cost?

PowerShot V1 launched at $899 and Luna Ultra at $770. The Luna Ultra is $129 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 Insta360 press materials.