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
Sony
Alpha 7 V
33MP partially stacked Exmor RS hybrid with BIONZ XR2 AI, 30fps blackout-free burst, 7.5-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p oversampled from 7K.
$2,899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2025
Alpha 7 V is 8 months newer.
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Wins
PowerShot V1
Wins
Alpha 7 V
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 V has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- APowerShot V1 has higher AF points / zones (3431 vs 759)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher RAW buffer depth (95 frames vs 45 frames)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BAlpha 7 V 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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
PowerShot V1 is 12mm narrower, 28mm shorter, and 30mm thinner than Alpha 7 V.
PowerShot V1 is 269 g lighter than Alpha 7 V.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm PowerShot V1 · 82mm Alpha 7 V
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
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 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
Alpha 7 V
130 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot V1
18.4 × 12.3 mm · 1.4-type
226 mm² area
Alpha 7 V
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 V
✓ 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
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
426 g vs 695 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 V
IBIS effectiveness
7.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.3, 96.4, 82.4
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Insect, Car…
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
RAW buffer depth
95 frames vs 45 frames — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Alpha 7 V supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only Alpha 7 V 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
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 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 V
Pros
- ✓33MP partially stacked sensor — ~4.5× faster readout than α7 IV
- ✓Blackout-free 30 fps with full AF/AE (electronic shutter)
- ✓7.5-stop central / 6.5-stop peripheral IBIS (CIPA 2024)
- ✓759-point phase-detect AF down to EV -4 with AI subject recognition
- ✓7K oversampled 4K 60p (full-frame, no pixel binning) + 4K 120p
- ✓Pre-Capture and dual USB-C (10 Gbps + USB 2.0)
- ✓Up to 16 stops dynamic range
Cons
- –Premium price vs α7 IV
- –4K 120p typically requires APS-C / Super 35 crop
- –Heavier than α7 IV (695 g vs 659 g with battery)
- –Complex menu and feature set
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, PowerShot V1 or Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 V 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 V?
PowerShot V1 is 22.3 MP and Alpha 7 V is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PowerShot V1 and Alpha 7 V have in-body image stabilization?
PowerShot V1 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot V1 or the Alpha 7 V?
PowerShot V1 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot V1 and Alpha 7 V?
PowerShot V1 weighs 426 g and Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g, so the PowerShot V1 is 269 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot V1 and Alpha 7 V record 4K video?
PowerShot V1: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p.
Are the PowerShot V1 and Alpha 7 V weather sealed?
PowerShot V1: No. Alpha 7 V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 400 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot V1 and 630 shots for the Alpha 7 V, giving the Alpha 7 V the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot V1 launched at $899 and Alpha 7 V at $2,899. The PowerShot V1 is $2,000 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.