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
ZV-1F
Ultra-wide 20mm f/2.0 fixed-lens vlog camera with a 1-inch sensor, fully articulating screen, and Product Showcase — Sony's most affordable ZV model.
$499
Launch priceReleased Oct 2022
PowerShot V10 is 7 months newer.
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Wins
PowerShot V10
Wins
ZV-1F
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BZV-1F has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 31)
- BZV-1F has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
- BZV-1F has higher 1080p max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- APowerShot V10 has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BZV-1F has higher Resolution (20.1 MP vs 15.2 MP)
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
ZV-1F
106 × 60 × 46 mm
256 g (0.56 lb / 9.03 oz)
PowerShot V10 is 42mm narrower and 12mm thinner than ZV-1F but it is also 30mm taller.
PowerShot V10 is 45 g lighter than ZV-1F.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm PowerShot V10 · 46mm ZV-1F
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot V10
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
ZV-1F
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
116 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 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 microSDHC, microSDXC
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
Weight
211 g vs 256 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
ZV-1F
Codecs
Adds XAVC S
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105.5, 60, 46.4
AF points / zones
425 vs 31 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Resolution
20.1 MP vs 15.2 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 125
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 30 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
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)
ZV-1F
Pros
- ✓Ultra-wide 20mm f/2.0 ZEISS Tessar lens
- ✓1-inch Exmor RS sensor
- ✓Fully articulating touchscreen
- ✓4K 30p and 120p slow-mo
- ✓Most affordable ZV-series body
Cons
- –Fixed 20mm lens (no zoom)
- –Contrast-detect AF only (no phase-detect)
- –No built-in ND filter
- –No EVF or headphone jack
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, PowerShot V10 or ZV-1F?
ZV-1F scores 7.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for PowerShot V10 — 16fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot V10 and ZV-1F?
PowerShot V10 is 15.2 MP and ZV-1F is 20.1 MP, so the ZV-1F captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot V10 and ZV-1F?
PowerShot V10 does not have IBIS, while ZV-1F uses Electronic SteadyShot (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot V10 and ZV-1F?
PowerShot V10 weighs 211 g and ZV-1F weighs 256 g, so the PowerShot V10 is 45 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot V10 and ZV-1F record 4K video?
PowerShot V10: 4K up to 30p. ZV-1F: 4K up to 30p.
Are the PowerShot V10 and ZV-1F weather sealed?
PowerShot V10: No. ZV-1F: No.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot V10 launched at $430 and ZV-1F at $499. The PowerShot V10 is $69 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.