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
Insta360
X3
5.7K 360 camera with dual 1/2-inch 48MP sensors, 72MP photos, 4K single-lens mode, and IPX8 10m waterproofing.
$449
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
PowerShot V1 is 2.6 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot V1
Wins
X3
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- APowerShot V1 has higher AF points / zones (3431 vs 0)
- BX3 has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- APowerShot V1 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- BX3 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 22.3 MP)
- 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
X3
46 × 114 × 33 mm
180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
PowerShot V1 is 46mm shorter than X3 but it is also 72mm wider and 19mm thicker.
PowerShot V1 is 246 g heavier than X3.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm PowerShot V1 · 33mm X3
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
X3
46 × 114 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
X3
46 × 33 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
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
Eye AF
Only PowerShot V1 supports it
Reasons to choose
X3
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, Active HDR
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 114, 33.1
Card types
Adds microSD
Resolution
72 MP vs 22.3 MP — higher is better
Weight
180 g vs 426 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X3 supports it
Internal RAW video
Only X3 supports it
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
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
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
X3
Pros
- ✓72MP 360 photos
- ✓5.7K60 360 video
- ✓Great value used
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –No 8K vs X4
- –Single-lens capped at 4K30
- –Older AI editing
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, PowerShot V1 or X3?
X3 scores 5.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for PowerShot V1 — 72MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot V1 and X3?
PowerShot V1 is 22.3 MP and X3 is 72 MP, so the X3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot V1 and X3?
PowerShot V1 does not have IBIS, while X3 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot V1 or the X3?
PowerShot V1 reaches 30 fps electronic. X3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot V1 and X3?
PowerShot V1 weighs 426 g and X3 weighs 180 g, so the X3 is 246 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot V1 and X3 record 4K video?
PowerShot V1: 4K up to 60p. X3: 4K up to 30p.
Are the PowerShot V1 and X3 weather sealed?
PowerShot V1: No. X3: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 400 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot V1 and 640 shots for the X3, giving the X3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot V1 launched at $899 and X3 at $449. The X3 is $450 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 Insta360 press materials.