Canon
PowerShot V10
Vertical pocket vlog camera with 1-inch CMOS, fixed 19mm f/2.8 lens, built-in kickstand, stereo mics, 4K30 video, and UVC webcam support.
$430
Launch priceReleased Jun 2023
Sony
Alpha 7 IV
33MP hybrid all-rounder with 10-bit 4K 60p and AI-powered subject tracking.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Oct 2021
PowerShot V10 is 1.6 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot V10
Wins
Alpha 7 IV
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher IBIS effectiveness (5.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 31)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher RAW buffer depth (828 frames vs 60 frames)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- APowerShot V10 has lower Weight (211 g vs 658 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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PowerShot V10
63 × 90 × 34 mm
211 g (0.47 lb / 7.44 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 × 80 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
PowerShot V10 is 68mm narrower, 6mm shorter, and 46mm thinner than Alpha 7 IV.
PowerShot V10 is 447 g lighter than Alpha 7 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm PowerShot V10 · 80mm Alpha 7 IV
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot V10
63 × 90 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
PowerShot V10
63 × 34 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 80 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot V10
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Alpha 7 IV
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
7.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
PowerShot V10: 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 V10
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 63.4, 90, 34.3
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
Weight
211 g vs 658 g — lower is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 IV
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
IBIS effectiveness
5.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131.3, 96.4, 79.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 31 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
828 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Insect…
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓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 V10
Pros
- ✓Vertical grip + built-in kickstand
- ✓1-inch sensor with 19mm f/2.8 wide lens
- ✓4K30 and Full HD 60p
- ✓Stereo mics + 3.5mm mic input
- ✓UVC/UAC webcam + live streaming
Cons
- –Fixed 19mm lens only
- –Non-removable internal battery
- –Contrast-detect AF only
- –2-inch LCD (small)
- –Digital IS only (crops frame)
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
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 wildlife, PowerShot V10 or Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 7 IV scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for PowerShot V10 — Bird AF subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot V10 and Alpha 7 IV?
PowerShot V10 is 15.2 MP and Alpha 7 IV is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PowerShot V10 and Alpha 7 IV have in-body image stabilization?
PowerShot V10 does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot V10 and Alpha 7 IV?
PowerShot V10 weighs 211 g and Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g, so the PowerShot V10 is 447 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot V10 and Alpha 7 IV record 4K video?
PowerShot V10: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the PowerShot V10 and Alpha 7 IV weather sealed?
PowerShot V10: No. Alpha 7 IV: Yes.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot V10 launched at $430 and Alpha 7 IV at $2,499. The PowerShot V10 is $2,069 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 Sony press materials.