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
Sony
Alpha 7 IV
33MP hybrid all-rounder with 10-bit 4K 60p and AI-powered subject tracking.
$2,499
Released Oct 2021
PowerShot V1 is 3.4 years newer.
Wins
PowerShot V1
Wins
Alpha 7 IV
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher IBIS effectiveness (5.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher RAW buffer depth (828 frames vs 45 frames)
- APowerShot V1 has higher AF points / zones (3431 vs 759)
- APowerShot V1 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 10 fps)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
PowerShot V1
118 × 68 × 53 mm
426 g (0.94 lb / 15.03 oz)
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 × 80 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
PowerShot V1 is 13mm narrower, 28mm shorter, and 27mm thinner than Alpha 7 IV.
PowerShot V1 is 232 g lighter than Alpha 7 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm PowerShot V1 · 80mm Alpha 7 IV
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot V1
18.4 × 12.3 mm · 1.4-type
226 mm² area
Alpha 7 IV
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
PowerShot V1: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7 IV
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 118.3, 68, 52.5
AF points / zones
3431 vs 759 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
426 g vs 658 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 IV
IBIS effectiveness
5.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131.3, 96.4, 79.8
RAW buffer depth
828 frames vs 45 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Insect, Car/Train…
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Internal RAW video
Only Alpha 7 IV supports it
In-body stabilization
Only Alpha 7 IV supports it
Weather sealing
Only Alpha 7 IV supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
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
Alpha 7 IV
Pros
- ✓33MP — more detail for cropping and print
- ✓10-bit 4K 60p (Super35 crop) / 4K 30p full-frame
- ✓Full-size HDMI port
- ✓759 phase-detect AF points
Cons
- –4K 60p requires Super35 crop
- –10fps burst lags behind R6 II at 40fps
- –Complex menu system
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, PowerShot V1 or Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 7 IV scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for PowerShot V1 — 33MP — ample resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot V1 and Alpha 7 IV?
PowerShot V1 is 22.3 MP and Alpha 7 IV is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PowerShot V1 and Alpha 7 IV have in-body image stabilization?
PowerShot V1 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot V1 or the Alpha 7 IV?
PowerShot V1 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7 IV reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot V1 and Alpha 7 IV?
PowerShot V1 weighs 426 g and Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g, so the PowerShot V1 is 232 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot V1 and Alpha 7 IV record 4K video?
PowerShot V1: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the PowerShot V1 and Alpha 7 IV weather sealed?
PowerShot V1: No. Alpha 7 IV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 400 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot V1 and 580 shots for the Alpha 7 IV, giving the Alpha 7 IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot V1 launched at $899 and Alpha 7 IV at $2,499. The PowerShot V1 is $1,600 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.