Canon has officially launched the PowerShot V1, a game-changing compact camera designed for content creators who prioritize video. This latest addition to the PowerShot lineup comes packed with features that redefine vlogging, live streaming, and high-quality video recording.
The PowerShot V1 boasts a cutting-edge wide-angle zoom lens paired with Canon’s latest Type 1.4 sensor, making it an essential tool for video enthusiasts. It introduces a brand-new “moods” feature that customizes video aesthetics, alongside a product demo mode that ensures swift autofocus on objects held close to the camera. A built-in cooling fan allows uninterrupted 4K/60p recording for over two hours, solving the overheating issues that often plague compact cameras.
Canon announced the PowerShot V1 ahead of the CP+ Photography Show in Yokohama, Japan, where more details are expected to be unveiled. Currently, Canon Japan lists the camera at 148,500 yen (approximately $990), with an initial launch set for Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, China, and Taiwan in late April 2025. However, global availability, including a U.S. release date, remains unconfirmed.
For photography enthusiasts, the PowerShot V1 captures 22.3-megapixel still images at an impressive 15 frames per second with a mechanical shutter, or up to 30fps using its electronic shutter. When recording 10-bit video at 4K/30p, the full width of the sensor is utilized. However, at 4K/60p, a 1.4x sensor crop is applied to reduce processing demands and heat generation.
The V1’s 16-50mm equivalent f/2.8-4.5 wide-angle zoom lens is complemented by Canon’s advanced Dual Pixel AF II system, borrowed from the high-end EOS R6 Mark II. This system enhances autofocus capabilities, enabling precise subject tracking, image stabilization, and automatic detection of people, vehicles, animals, and even individual pupils.
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Unlike traditional cameras, the PowerShot V1 forgoes an electronic viewfinder, relying instead on a three-inch vari-angle LCD touchscreen for navigation and framing. It seamlessly connects to smartphones via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or USB-C through the Canon Connect app. Additionally, the V1 functions as a USB webcam without requiring adapters, making it a versatile tool for video conferencing and streaming.
Other key features include a multi-function hot shoe for external flashes, a three-stop ND filter, a headphone and microphone jack, HDMI output, and a single SD card slot. With its advanced sensor, seamless connectivity, and professional-grade video capabilities, the PowerShot V1 is set to become a must-have for modern content creators.
