Canon announced the V1 compact camera. The camera features enhanced video core specifications and a built-in fan that has never existed in any compact camera, so it’s very exciting to see how compacts are evolving.
So now, we have a 22-megapixel Dual Pixel CMOS autofocus sensor of 1.4 inches, which is somewhat similar in size to a Micro Four Thirds format sensor. The lens is 16-50mm f/2.8-4.5 with a built-in three-stop ND filter.
The camera captures 4K 30 FPS video from 5.7K, meaning when you capture 4K 30 FPS, you get the highest resolution possible. However, when you switch to 4K 60 FPS, the camera applies a 1.4x crop in the video image and switches to a 1:1 pixel capture ratio, so that’s not the highest quality output when using the 4K 60 FPS mode.
For still photography, the camera is perfect—you can capture up to 30 frames per second in electronic shutter mode. You also get a fully articulated vari-angle display screen, making it great for photographers as well as content creators.
As mentioned in the body, we have a cooling fan vent, a very good hand grip, headphone and microphone sockets, as well as a multifunctional hot shoe for flash and audio connectors.
Canon V1 Major Specification
- Sensor: 1.4-inch CMOS, 3:2 for video.
- Pixels: 22.3 million for stills.
- Processor: DIGIC X, fast and sharp.
- Video: 4K 60fps with Canon Log 3.
- Autofocus: Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, snappy.
- Lens: 16-50mm (photo), 17-52mm (video).
- Aperture: Likely f/1.8-4.0.
- ISO: Up to 32,000 for stills.
- Shutter: 1/2000-30s (mech), 1/16000-30s (elec).
- Burst: 15fps mech, 30fps elec.
- Cooling: Fan for 2+ hours of 4K.
- Screen: 3-inch vari-angle, 1M dots.
- Hot Shoe: Multi-function, no flash.
- ND Filter: Built-in, 3-stop.
- Audio: 3.5mm mic and headphone jacks.
- HDMI: Yes, for external output.
- Storage: Single SD (UHS-I).
- Video Features: “Moods” and demo mode.
- Connectivity: USB-C charge/data.
- Price: ~$990 USD (148,500 yen Japan).
Release of the flagship model of the “PowerShot V Series,” the “PowerShot V1” – Full-fledged video and still image functions meet the wide range of needs of creators
Canon V1 Press Release
The PowerShot V1 is the second compact digital camera in the PowerShot V series, which allows users to enjoy full-scale video shooting, following the Vlog camera PowerShot V10 (released in June 2023). Compared to the 1.0-type sensor installed in a normal compact digital camera, the 1.4-type CMOS sensor is about twice the area, achieving high image quality and high sensitivity. In 35mm equivalent, it covers a zoom range equivalent to a focal length of about 16mm to 50mm *1 , and is compatible with a wide range of scenes such as selfies with multiple people, snapshots, and Vlogs. In addition, it combines the functions required by creators, such as high-performance AF and a variety of shooting modes, with a compact body, making it easy to shoot full-scale videos and still images. Canon will continue to expand its models that can both shoot full-scale videos and still images to meet the needs of a variety of users.
Main features
An integrated lens camera that combines professional photography performance with a compact body
The combination of a 1.4-inch CMOS sensor with a maximum effective pixel count of approximately 22.3 million pixels *2 , the first Canon compact digital camera to be equipped with the DIGIC X image engine, achieves a maximum standard ISO sensitivity of 32,000 (when shooting still images). Canon’s proprietary AF system, Dual Pixel CMOS AF II for PowerShot *3 , also achieves high-speed, high-precision AF. Furthermore, the inclusion of the Eye Detection *4 function makes it possible to detect the eyes of animals, whose movements are difficult to predict, in addition to people, making it easy to focus when shooting. With full-fledged shooting performance packed into a compact body, you can carry it around with you on trips and enjoy shooting.
Video recording functions that allow for greater freedom in video expression, including the incorporation of a cooling fan
The camera is equipped with a cooling fan inside, which efficiently releases heat, reducing the impact of temperature rise on video recording time. In addition to realizing 4K crop/60P video recording, it supports “Canon Log 3”, allowing recording with rich 10-bit gradation and excellent color reproduction. Furthermore, shooting modes such as “Review Video”, which is suitable for product reviews, and “Image Stabilization Video”, which is effective for handheld shooting, *5 make video recording comfortable.
High-speed continuous shooting at up to 30 frames per second ensures you never miss a subject, and still image shooting functions enable a wide range of creative expression
When using the electronic shutter, continuous shooting at up to 30 frames per second is possible, making it possible to capture fast-moving subjects. In addition, the camera automatically recognizes the scene and supports difficult scenes such as night scenes and backlit scenes with the “Advanced A+” mode, and “Creative Filters” allow for impressive shots such as diorama and toy camera style shots, and many other functions that enable rich photographic expression.
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