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The Canon PowerShot V1 has begun shipping, likely yesterday if you preordered one. Preorder numbers were pretty good for a PowerShot camera, but it looks like Canon in the USA brought in a good number of cameras.
If this is a camera that you were considering buying, we'd probably do so now, as we don't know how tariffs are going to affect the price of Canon gear in the near future at this moment.
Purchase Options
- B&H Photo: Canon PowerShot V1 $899
- Adorama: Canon PowerShot V1 $899
- Amazon: Canon PowerShot V1 $899
Overview
Get everything you need for content creation in a powerful, portable package with the Canon PowerShot V1. This camera expands on Canon's “V” series of video-first cameras with feature sets that are ideal for vlogging, live streaming, and more.
Packed with technology designed to enhance image quality and performance—including a newly developed 22.3MP 1.4″-type CMOS sensor and a cooling fan—the V1 is a class-leading option for creators looking for an intuitive tool for capturing and creating videos and photographs.
Canon has pushed compact camera sensor development even further with the newly designed 22.3MP 1.4″ CMOS in the PowerShot V1. This sensor is approximately twice as large as at 1″ sensors found in comparable models enabling the V1 to deliver imagery with greater detail, higher dynamic range, and improved low-light performance.
This sensor also features Dual Pixel CMOS II for PowerShot which will quickly and accurately lock onto a range of subjects and has been enhanced with pupil detection.
The built-in lens of the PowerShot V1 provides an ultra-wide to normal zoom range that is ideal for handheld, everyday shooting.
- 16-50mm equivalent zoom range with a maximum aperture of f/2.8-4.5.
- Optical IS helps ensure smooth video and sharp photographs.
- Built-in 3-stop ND filter for working in bright lighting scenarios.
Optimized for content creators, the PowerShot V1 delivers high-quality 4K video recording at up to 60p with plenty of format and frame rate options to suit a wide range of shooting situations.
- Full-width 4K video recording at up to 30p. By oversampling from a 5.7K image area, the V1 will deliver sharper, cleaner, and more detailed 4K video.
- High-speed 4K 60p with a 1.4x crop.
- Canon Log 3 profile for recording high dynamic range footage and 10-bit color.
- Movie Digital IS works in conjunction with the lens' optical IS system for smoother video recording. Subject Tracking Image Stabilization further optimizes stabilization based on the location of the subject in the frame.
- Built-in cooling fan allows for long, uninterrupted recording even at 4K 60p.
- Built-in three-microphone array and included windscreen.
- Mic and headphone jacks are available for proper audio recording and monitoring.
- Fully articulating 3.0″ touchscreen allows for easy selfies and vlogging.
- Tally light on the front of the camera confirms active recording.
- Grip has been redesigned to be held from the front for increased stability for selfies.
- Dedicated switch for switching between stills and video-a first for PowerShot cameras.
- Multi-function shoe for working with advanced accessories, such as microphones and smartphone adapters.
- Bluetooth and Wi-Fi can be used to connect and control the camera via a smartphone.
- Live Switcher Mobile app allows you to connect and control up to three cameras wirelessly while streaming and switching between the different angles.
- Canon Camera Connect app enables accessing, viewing, and sharing photos and videos from a smartphone.
- Full HD streaming is available over USB or Wi-Fi.
Purchase Options
- B&H Photo: Canon PowerShot V1 $899
- Adorama: Canon PowerShot V1 $899
Different market scale, but Nintendo reportedly already has close to half a million Switch 2 units in the US and the launch is two months away (though they will not open preorders tomorrow as planned). Assuming the tariffs remain in effect and the price goes up accordingly, any units imported pre-tariff is significantly more profitable, and the same will be true for Canon.
I remember bringing one of my R cameras on a trip and feeling like I was on one of my jobs using it lol. But everyone's mileage may vary.
All of which is why an M200-22mm combination is often my choice for on-the-move 'trip photography' (with an 11-22 in reserve).
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...again here, well-stated. Of course there is a diversity in what those who post here look for in their gear, but I understand what you are saying because, well, of the nature of the internet forums and those who post on them.
Your views of when you use your phone-as-camera are also on point.
I remain amazed at the (software-enhanced) quality of images produced by a iphone 12 Pro Max (a four year old phone!)...and all of the conveniences that a phone offers.
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The PowerShot V1 is not for me. But I will read some (but not all) of the comments of those who post here and have purchased one.
I already have a V10 for that purpose, but that is a very limited use camera.
The fact that it has no EVF and the screen flips over completely covered along with the leaf shutter makes it feel safe in my pocket.
I've been trying the Viltrox 23mm 1.4 on it and although its definitely a bigger combo, its still small enough and makes some unique images with its lens characteristics, especially at f/1.4.
PowerShot V1 first impressions and sample images
But as small as the M6MkII is...the M200 is even smaller...in every way.
In my mind, the M200-22mm package has Canon's largest existing sensor size/body+camera ratio...but the M6MkII is a clearly superior camera.
So for me, the V1 can replace the M6II body with a two lens kit, and overall that’s a much smaller package to carry around.
The V1 is not a replacement for any of my other cameras, but it is a very nice addition for certain use cases.