Customer Ratings & Reviews

I’m loving this camera. The only issue is the flash. This camera doesn’t come with a flash pictures. Come out gorgeous during the day and I’ve been having trouble looking for a to add on so I could take pictures at night time, but besides that it’s a great camera.

It’s a good camera video is amazing, just need to figure out settings . Took long to arrive but after waiting a long time I finally got it . Only thing that sucks is you have to buy an adapter for a flash (Photo was with flash ) $900 a bit expensive

In looooooove. Was looking for a mark iii but this exceeded my expectation

The Canon PowerShot V1 4K is a compact camera that delivers impressive image and video quality. Its 4K video capability captures sharp, detailed footage, while the photo performance is excellent even in challenging lighting. The camera is lightweight and easy to carry, making it ideal for travel or everyday use. With intuitive controls and reliable autofocus, it’s a great option for both beginners and hobbyist photographers looking for high-quality results in a portable package. Was a bit too small for my hand and had a bit issue with that but its okay

The art of Vlogging has reinvigorated the compact camera. But the demand now is for a small walkaround camera with features found in an intermediate ILC. And that’s essentially what the Powershot V1 (V1) is. It packs in everything a vlogger needs; accurate eye auto focus and tracking, detailed image quality at selfie range, external video and audio ports, cooling for long video session, plus lots of creative control into a svelte body. That’s not to say non-vloggers won’t enjoy the V1 too, but it’s important to understand it’s no “jack of all trades,” point and shoot. It’s first purpose is to meet the needs of social media content creators, which may or may not align with those outside this group. Most notably, the V1’s focal range is limited to 16-50mm in 35mm terms. Visually that’s wide to normal focal range, which is ideal for vlogging. It’s a versatile range for a travel and family camera, but there’s no telephoto capability. If this describes you then the V1, I think, it among the top options in this category. It’s small but far from “basic.” In fact, it’s hard to summarize the key points about this camera in this space there so much to it, but I’ll try. Part 1: IN THE HAND & A LOOK AROUND It’s tiny, portable, footprint makes a great impression out of the box. The downside though is its hand grip is small too making hand holding during a long recording difficult. I have small hands so I can only extrapolate that “normal” size hands will find it downright uncomfortable. For a stills camera that would be a problem, but the A1 being a vlogging/video first camera it’s fine. Vloggers use grips, selfie sticks, and clamps to hold their cameras when recording. If you haven’t considered this, do. It’s essential for good video results. There is a ¼-20 mount at the bottom, but surprisingly for a vlogging camera there isn’t one on the side to shoot vertically. Similarly, I find all the buttons and dials comically small. The back buttons in particular give me thoughts of clowns packing a Volkswagen. I also have a Canon R5 II and that might bias my muscle memory, but I don’t think so. More than a few times I’ve accidentally pressed one of the V1’s buttons when I meant to hit the center “Q” button. Button size apart, placement of the controls are ergonomically perfect and within thumb or finger’s reach. It mirrors most Canon ILC layouts and if you are a Canon user you’ll feel right at home. If not, I can say, having come to Canon from another brand, it’s all wonderfully intuitive and promotes making setting changes on the fly without fumbling around. One surprising inclusion is the control ring at the base of the lens. Only Canon’s RF lenses had it the until now and something I enjoy. It has default uses like aperture and shutter speed, but its functions are user assignable. A few other of the V1’s buttons are customizable too; something also usually reserved for interchangeable lens bodies and lends to the V1’s emphasis on vlogger productivity. Build quality is, well Canon, so top notch. It’s made in Japan. Most of the button, levers, wheels, give excellent confidence inducing feedback and responsiveness. The one exception is that the zoom lever speed doesn’t vary depending on the pressure applied to it. I couldn’t find any menu setting for this either. Vloggers who usually set the focal range and leave it there so maybe a minor quibble, I don’t know. A key vlogging feature of the V1 is vents and a fan for cooling to prevent overheating during long video shoots or streams. Fan speed is adjustable if you need absolute silence, but like any camera it will shut down when gets too hot. I didn’t notice the fan activating much or hear it in my videos. That brings me to the internal mic. Audio is impressively clear at close range. Normally an external mic is a must when vlogging, but unless it’s an appreciably windy day, that’s not the case here. Being a video-centric camera, a windscreen is included. For times when an external mic is needed mic and headphones jacks are on the side. A wireless hotshoe mounting external mic is also available. The 2.95”, 1.04m pixel LED flippy screen looks as basic as its specs. It’s mediocre for photography but plenty sharp and clear as a selfie video monitor. It has five levels of brightness and visibility at mid-level on all but the brightest moment of the day meets expectations. Most importantly, it does a good job portraying exposure settings. Battery life is quite satisfying. Leaving the camera on, shooting at 4K/24 it lasts me a little over an hour. But the level barely moves just walking around for hours with the camera, with frequent turn ons for a photo or short video. Still, I’d budget for additional batteries. One is never enough. The V1 uses UHS-II SD cards. Technically it’s backwards compatible but unless you are only shooting single shot photos use V60 rated card to avoid frame dropping in video and writing pauses when using a high drive speed in stills mode. The last key point to know about the V1 is that it’s not weather or dust sealed. This is not a complaint, but a heads up. Weather sealing is more expected in higher end cameras and the V1 does have fan vents that would make sealing unfeasible. Part 2: Photo Performance With the R5 II being my main photo camera initially I had no confidence in the V1’s photographic usability. What I discover though is it’s like “The Little Engine that Could”. It has all the advanced exposure options found on most ILC bodies and while I can’t configure manual or semi-automatic settings as nimbly as with my R5’s dials it’s an intuitive and comfortable experience. Photos taken in good light are sharp, detailed, and relatively noise-free, on par with Canon’s APS-C sensor R bodies. It can even save files in both RAW and JPEG which lowers vlogger’s workflow. But if you only want to shoot one file type I’d go with RAW as a safety net against the LCD’s exposure false positives or negatives. The V1 can shoot up to 15 frames per second in mechanical shutter. This is especially handy for making GIFs. It can also shoot 30 frames per second in electronic shutter, but I wouldn’t recommend that because it produces noticeable rolling shutter, i.e., Jello effect. I always keep the V1 on mechanical shutter for this reason. The V1 borrows the sticky eye autofocus and subject tracking from its big siblings too. The focus point can be manually set on the touch screen, say you want a particular person in a group shot. But if that’s not a priority, or you there is only one subject in frame, the camera can find the eyes for you. It works well for non-moving to moderately moving subjects. Don’t expect it to track a track star though. Settings to track people and pets are available in addition to subjects you manually select. While I ordered the V1 for video I’ve found it to be such a better experience than my phone it’s become my walk around camera. I’m always finding things to photograph, but especially when I don’t have my R5 around. But for vloggers what makes the stills part so useful is it’s macro-like focusing ability. It’s great for closeups of small items or making thumbnails that can fill up the entire space. Part 3: Video Performance The first thing to understand about the V1’s video abilities is that while it’s vlogging camera it’s not an action vlogging camera and capturing fast subjects it not it’s specialty. It’s best for shooting at lower frame rates like 4K/24 or 30 and doing slow pans. While 4K/60 is available it’s with a 1.4x crop. Small sensors like the one in the V1 are notorious for exhibiting rolling shutter. This is where you see objects like swinging golf clubs look warped. It’s just the nature of them and the V1’s is no different. So, if you shoot sports or quick motion buy an action camera or full frame ILC body with a faster readout speed. The V1 does include stabilization options but for the purpose of smoothing camera movement when recording while walking. Of these options optical stabilization is the only one I find useful. It did a decent job removing shake while walking using a selfie stick. The typical background wobble is muted, though still present, but my face and body are steady. Digital stabilization is much less effective. My footage has dizzying Jello wobble that turns trees into C’s. Last is a hybrid stabilization for when things are especially bumpy. It’s better looking than digital but also tightly crops in so it’s less useful too. Where the V1 excels is at its unflinching autofocus. Same as with stills, out it on a subject and it locks in. This especially important during live streams since wandering AF is a vloggers nightmare. Like with photos, you can select your video AF point on screen or let the camera decide. Image quality is extremely sharp and detailed. If you capture using MP4, the standard color rendition is natural, not saturated. There’s also a host of color presets if you want a different look, but these get baked into the file. One preset that might interest vloggers is “smooth skin movie” which attempts to do just that during closeup shots. I say attempts because I had varied results. It should be gently applied or it looks noticeably artificial. Honestly, makeup is a better solution to cover up blemishes. Dynamic range is impressive for such a small sensor. I don’t normally shoot at night, but I wanted to give the V1 as full a test as I could. Even after dusk using only streetlights there was nice adjustment room with CLog3 files. There was some grain that didn’t bother me and I’m sure with effort it could be cleaned up. Part 4: Conclusion The V1 has shortcomings, mostly because it is compact, which is also a huge selling point. I don’t know of any competitor known for doing a better job of these limitations. As a total package the V1 is a fun, intuitive, and most importantly powerful tool for vloggers and anyone else looking for an easy to carry hybrid or video camera.

PROS: Video quality and photo clarity Ease of use (automatic features for those who don't want to tinker) Compact, yet weighty and robust (it feels great in hand) Phone connectivity works well (once you get connected) User-friendly features for newcomers Subject autofocus is well implemented Built-in cooling fan and ND filters work well Autotransfer your work to your phone's photo app (this is perfect for sharing your work) SO-SO: Price ($900+) Video stabilization (there are programs to help this post shoot, though) Battery life (about an hour of 4K recording) CONS: No onboard flash (you can purchase a Canon flash for $300+) No case included (which would have been nice since it's geared toward vloggers and adventurous users) No USB-C cable included (not only should one be included, but a fast charging brick should be too) No SD card included (for $800+ cams, this should be standard) When it comes to point-and-shoots, cell phones have become incredible for capturing your surroundings at the drop of a hat. While that is still true, especially for the latest and greatest phones like the Google Pixel line or the iPhone, when you want to take your time, dial in your camera, and take "professional-like" photos and videos, you'll find that the Canon PowerShot V1 is an excellent gateway device into semi or professional photography. So far, it has proven to be an impressive compact camera. My brother is a professional photographer, and at times I am his second shooter, so I've been around high-end cameras and am experienced with how they operate. The camera's functionality is well-organized, making it easy to access various settings once you learn the different button functions. I've used it mainly as a source for my kids and our Christmas cards, but have also brought it on a few outdoor excursions to capture some landscape photos. If you're new to cameras, you might feel intimidated about bringing one along with you on adventures. You may worry that it will be cumbersome or that it could get damaged. However, there's no need to be concerned. This camera is compact and lightweight, measuring about 2.7 inches tall, 4.7 inches wide, and 2.1 inches deep, weighing only 0.94 pounds. The 24.2-megapixel sensor produces clear and colorful photos. It is sturdy and has a good weight, so I'm confident it can withstand a drop or two (as long as it lands on a soft surface). On the still photography side, there are some limitations. While manually configuring settings can yield excellent results, the default settings may leave something to be desired, particularly in low-light conditions, where details can get lost. But in well-lit settings, I found the standard settings to work very well. While I use the camera's still photography mode more, the video quality is where the Canon excels. Consider this an excellent entry into videography or for content creators on the go. Notably, the camera supports "C-Log 3", helping users with custom color grading. The audio quality is surprisingly good for an onboard microphone, especially with the included wind screen. You can record in 4K or HD, choose your recording frame rate, and select different shooting modes. It also allows audio recording, image stabilization, and wireless connections through Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. The autofocus system is both fast and precise, with effective tracking for objects, people, and animals. However, the image stabilization could be improved; even with the "Enhanced" setting, it falls short compared to modern smartphones. Another major downside is that the V1 lacks a built-in flash, so you will need to buy one separately ($300+). If you want the flash accessory, the V1 does have an adapter to fit it, but with the camera's cost added, you'll be looking at a total of $1100+. That's a tough price to swallow for an in-between camera meant to ease into professional photography or vlogging. The camera has a 3-inch color touchscreen that is easy to use and responsive. You can customize your settings using the touchscreen or buttons, whichever you're used to. The built-in cooling fan is a standout feature that you can adjust or set to automatically operate. The battery life is short, offering about an hour of recording at 4K. If you're using this mainly as a vlogging device, it's worth buying an additional battery and keeping it ready to go for long sessions when you're out and about. For photography-focused use, though, the battery is more than enough. The Canon Camera Connect App allows smartphone connectivity via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. This feature offers capabilities such as remote camera control, image transfers, and live streaming, all of which function smoothly. What I especially love is the autotransfer feature that will automatically send your V1 photos to your chosen photo app on your cellphone. This is perfect for those of us who love to share our work with friends and family.

The Canon PowerShot V1 is a really fun little camera to use, especially for someone just getting into Vlogging or creating content or even simply transitioning from using their phone to an actual camera. The V1 offers tons, and I mean tons of options to give you the best overall result of your photos and videos. So, let’s go over what makes this canon a PowerShot. Setup: The setup process is simple, insert the battery and charge it, mine was pretty much dead when it arrived. Now a couple of things bothered me a little bit when I first opened the box on this camera. No SD card and No charging cable, yes, we were told beforehand that we would need an SD card, but you would think at this price point that Canon would include an SD card and a charging cable. I get that everyone is trying to get away from providing a power adapter but it’s starting to get annoying. Done with my rant, now let’s continue. Once charged up the camera will guide you through the setup process including downloading the Canon Camera Connect app. You can use the app to transfer images on camera, live stream, and use the phone as a controller. At this point you are ready to go and explore and share your experience with the world. Features: The V1 offers tons of features and options that you can tweak to your liking. Options such as recording 4K or HD, choosing the Rec Frame rate, Shooting modes, Audio recording, image stabilization, wireless connection via Bluetooth or WIFI and so much more. The camera has a nice 3-inch color and touch screen display, and you can customize your setting easily either using the buttons or the touch screen. The screen can be flipped to your liking and controls the power on the camera. The camera also has a built-in cooling fan, which also can be adjusted or kept on auto. The camera is small, compact and lightweight. The camera measures about 2.7 H X 4.7 W x 2.1 D and .94 pounds. The Canon PowerShot V1 is an impressive compact camera that strikes a great balance between portability and performance. The 24.2-megapixel sensor delivers crisp, colorful shots, while the 4K video recording also looks sharp and smooth, which makes this a great option for vlogging, or travel videos. The Autofocus is quick and accurate most of the time, especially when shooting in decent lighting. FYI, there is no built-in flash on this camera, so you will need to buy one separately. The battery life on the V1 is not the greatest, you’re looking at an hour of recording time on 4K, so I would highly recommend getting an extra battery for the camera if you are going be out and about. Overall, this camera delivers excellent image quality and feature versatility in a small package. It loses one star mainly due to no flash, SD card and Charing cable, but it’s still a strong value for vloggers and photographers who prioritize 4K detail and ease of use.

I used to use a Sony Digital Camera, but over the years my smartphones overtook it in quality and functionality to the point I relied completely on my smartphones but the limitations of being trapped in a particular ecosystem and lack of flexibility had me wanting to return to a good, competent, compact digital camera that met or exceeded the functionality of my current (circa 2024) smartphone and here we are with the Canon V1 4k Canon packaging has never been and never will be an unboxing experience. They keep it pretty minimal and instead focus on what counts and that is their products. Inside, you will find your camera, wind guard, batter and strap and that's it along with a pretty old school throw back thick manual and some supporting documentation. There are no USB cables, chargers, extra batteries, orSD cards included so be prepared to acquire all of those yourself. The camera itself is excellently built and solid in hand with a wonderful tactile feel to it. As always, my one complaint with one handed cameras is there is no lefty version for us lefties out in the world but considering we only make up ~10% of the population or less, what can you do? The various ports are covered with flexible plastic covers that really feel like they are destined to break off sometime in their life time. You have the standard array of ports including a headphone monitoring jack which was a pleasant surprise. The built in display is clear enough and easy to navigate while also offering you real time image feedback. One thing I do not like and will always lower the score are devices that seem helpless unless you immediately pair/connect them to a smartphone app. Canon should have included the ability to connect it to your PC or Mac right away for setup as an option as that will be how most footage will be used/offloaded. We went from needing a computer for setup to having a choice between a computer or smartphone for setup to now immediately only defaulting to smartphones for many devices. Once setup, I spent a few days snapping pictures between my smartphone and my Canon V1 and I am pleased that the Canon output is more "natural" than my ~1yr old brand new smartphone and more importantly isn't chock full of all the digital processing modern phones use for image processing. You will have to dial in your settings just as you would for any competent manual camera. But even as is, it takes competent pictures with good zoom and control. It has a very small learning curve, so you can jump right in and get to using it only unwrapping the deeper layers of functionality as needed. Video recording is excellent and the true bread and butter of the V1 in my opinion and with its standard tripod mount in the bottom I was able to try it on my gimble, grip and adjustable tripod no problem to capture what are much better, natural and neutral raw footage than my smartphone in my opinion. Stabilization could be a touch better but it isn't a deal breaker. Audio pickup was actually decent so for many closer recordings, I won't need to use any lapel mics. The big glaring negative is of course the lack of a built in flash (which of course can be purchased separately from Canon for ~$299) which cost the V1 a star. Night time / dark recordings and especially pictures will either be done with my smartphone or in an artificially lit environment unless the picture benefits from the darker / murkier tones. For self or small area recordings, a selfie light seems to do the trick. Another is battery life. If you're a heavy user on the go, prepare to get some extra packs asap as you're looking at 60-75min tops. Besides the lack of a flash, I am hard pressed to find many "deal breaker" level flaws with the V1. For the price, you are getting many professional grade options and excellent photo and even better video capture. It IS a full fledge, robust camera with more than adequate zoom and settings. If you're in the market for a beginner or even intermediate digital camera that just almost all if not all the boxes (sans flash) for a good price, this could be the one. I feel quite confident using this as my main capture camera for my setup for quite awhile.

I’m not a professional photographer by any stretch, I’d definitely call myself an amateur, but I am very active on social media and share a lot of photos and videos with my followers quite regularly. That’s exactly why I picked up the Canon PowerShot V1, and honestly, it feels like a great all-in-one camera for somebody like me. Shipping was quick and it arrived in a small box, pretty much everything inside looks like it can be recycled. Getting it set up was super quick and easy. There is a QR code in the box that takes you straight to the manual, which you can view in HTML or print if you really want to, but it is over 700 pages long so print at your own risk. I just plugged the camera in and let the battery charge for a few hours, came back to it later, popped in an SD card, scanned the QR code to get the Camera Connect app, and had it paired over Bluetooth in just a few minutes. What I like most is how small and lightweight it is. It doesn’t feel bulky or awkward, and it’s easy to just toss into a bag or backpack without thinking about it. When I’m traveling or going out for the day, it doesn’t take up much room at all, which makes me much more likely to actually bring it with me instead of just relying on my phone. From a video standpoint, the 4K is the star of the show. For social media, I think that’s one of the best things about this camera. The 4K footage looks sharp and clean, and you can shoot up to 4K 30fps full-width or 4K 60fps with a slight crop, which is perfect for smooth content and clips you might want to slow down a bit. It’s a clear step up from my phone and gives everything a more polished look without me having to know a ton of technical stuff. Autofocus has been very good. Canon’s Dual Pixel autofocus with face and eye detection does a nice job of locking onto me when I’m talking to the camera and staying there, even if I move around a bit. For someone filming themselves a lot, that’s a big deal. I don’t have to keep stopping and checking if the camera lost focus. Most of the time it just works, and that works for me! I also really like the overall layout and ergonomics of the camera. The grip is easy to hold, even for my big hands, and the buttons are laid out in a way that makes sense, even if you’re an amateur who’s still learning what everything does. The lens is a built-in zoom, around 16 to 50mm equivalent from what I read, which gives me a nice wide angle for vlogging at arm’s length and a more normal view for everyday shots. The flip-out touchscreen is great for framing myself, and the simple photo and video switch makes it easy to jump between stills and video. There are more features and options in the menus than I use right now, but that’s something I actually like. It gives me room to grow into it over time. One feature I’ve really come to appreciate is the built-in ND filter. Being able to turn that on in bright light and keep my video looking smooth, instead of everything getting blown out or too sharp and choppy, is really helpful. For a camera this small, having ND built in makes it feel more like a real video camera than just a tiny compact. For anyone who doesn’t know, ND is basically like sunglasses for your camera. The camera also has some special video scene modes that are clearly aimed at creators, which I really appreciate. Movie Close-Up Demo mode is great for product-style videos, because it quickly shifts focus from your face to whatever you hold up near the lens and then back to you again, perfect for unboxings, reviews, or showing small details without fighting the focus. Smooth Skin mode is another one I like for when I’m just talking to the camera, because it gently softens and smooths skin tones a bit and gives you a slightly more polished look straight out of the camera, and it works great, my skin has never looked better on film. For someone who is still learning and doesn’t always want to spend a lot of time editing, these modes are simple, easy to turn on and off, and are perfect for social media. The audio side is solid too. The built-in microphones with the included windscreen are perfectly fine for normal videos, and the camera also has a mic jack and headphone jack if I ever want to plug in a nicer microphone and monitor my sound. For a small body like this, it’s nice knowing I can upgrade the audio without changing the whole setup. For still photos, I’m very happy with it. Again, I’m an amateur, but the pictures look sharp and colorful to me, and I like how close I can get to small objects for product shots or detailed photos. This is actually a huge win for me, because it does close up/macro like shots really well, and I tend to post a lot of those to my social media pages. For travel, everyday moments, and thumbnails, it does exactly what I need without making things complicated. I do wish it came with an extra battery in the box. If you’re filming longer videos or shooting a lot in one day, that extra battery would be really helpful, so I’d plan on buying at least one spare if you plan to film for long periods.. The back of the camera can get pretty warm after using it for many hours, especially in warmer weather. The manual even warns you to be careful because it can get hot. I haven’t burned myself or anything like that, but you do notice the heat. The built-in fan on the side does help keep it running without being heard in your videos, not that I’ve noticed. You also don’t get a built-in flash, and the lens doesn’t have a long zoom. For my use, social media videos, talking-to-camera clips, products, and general lifestyle stuff, that’s not a big problem, but it’s something to know up front if you’re expecting a long zoom camera with a pop-up flash. Overall, as an amateur photographer and somebody who lives on social media and creates content regularly, I think this camera hits a really nice balance. It’s not too simple, and it’s not overloaded with stuff I’ll never use. It’s right in that sweet spot of just what I need.. perfect. Lightweight, small, 4K-capable, good autofocus, easy to grip, and full of features I can grow into as I keep learning. I’m really happy with it, and I’d say it’s a great option for anyone who’s getting serious about video and photos for social media without wanting to dive all the way into a big and expensive professional camera system.

I’ve been using the Canon PowerShot V1 pretty much every day now, mostly for recording training videos and how-to videos for work from my home office. Before this, I was using my iPhone — and while the video looked fine, it just didn’t quite stack up to the DSLR setup I’ve got at my company office. I didn’t want to go all-in on a big camera for home, so the V1 felt like a solid middle-ground, and honestly, it’s worked out great so far. Right out of the box, it feels solid but lightweight. It’s been years since I used a camera this small — I’m used to my phone or a full DSLR — so I was a little nervous about the retractable lens. All those little gears and moving parts always make me a bit cautious. But so far, it’s been totally fine. Still, this is one of those devices where I’d probably recommend picking up an extended protection plan, just for peace of mind. For what I use it for — mostly video — the Powershot V1 has been impressive. I’ve been using it as a webcam too by plugging it into my laptop with USB and sticking it on a little mic stand. The results are way better than the built-in camera on my monitor. The wide lens and the flip-out screen make it easy to get everything framed up, and it just looks way more professional on conference calls or recorded videos. I’ve also taken it outside a few times so far for casual stuff — took some video of my daughter playing in the snow — and the video looks awesome. Now, I will say, if you’re planning to use it for still photos and want more reach with your zoom, you might feel a little limited. The lens goes from 16mm to 55mm (equivalent), which is basically like 0.5x to just past 2x on an iPhone. There’s no real telephoto here, so you’ll have to move your feet a bit more to get tighter shots. For video and vlogging, the wide angle is perfect. For photos from a distance, not so much. Image stabilization has been ok. I played around with the subject tracking while my daughter was sledding down the hill in our side yard and the crop is super aggressive. If you want image stabilization you might be better off with a handheld gimbal so you can retain the full digital sensor of the shot. As far as modes - I haven’t ventured out beyond automatics at this point, but honestly that’s the best mode for 95% of photographers out there anyway. The Autofocus has been pretty reliable. It tracks my eyes and face no problem so far, but again I’ve been in pretty controlled environments so far. I look forward to using it over the holidays with multiple people in the shots to really test it out. One thing that’s been a little frustrating is the Canon Camera Connect app. It does what it’s supposed to — you can shoot remotely and transfer files — but it’s a bit slow. Using the live view feature takes a few taps and usually a 15-20 second wait before you can actually take a picture. I thought I was going to have this really slick setup to record from across the room, but more often than not I’ve just clicked record and walked over to my spots and trim in post rather than trying to connect with my smartphone from 10 feet away. Importing photos wirelessly also takes a while, which I kind of expected, but it’s not the most convenient. Thankfully, I got the image.canon cloud service working, so now my photos and videos auto-upload and get sent to my Google Drive. That’s been a huge help and makes it easier to keep things backed up without a bunch of extra steps. Overall, the PowerShot V1 has been a pretty exciting addition to my tech stack. It’s great for video, easy to use, and definitely a step up from using a phone for content. Just don’t expect a ton of zoom or super fast wireless transfers. For the way I use it, it’s been more than worth it.

I've been using the Canon PowerShot V1 for about 5 days, and I have to say, I'm impressed! The first thing I noticed right off the bat is how solid the camera feels, and just how easily it fits in my rather large hands. For a compact camera, it is incredibly comfortable to hold and use. All the functions are at the perfect places. The second thing I noticed was the video quality. It is incredibly good. I'm not a pro videographer—just a content creator who needs a good camera for indoor and outdoor footage, but I aspire to learn, and I feel like this camera is one that will help me expand my skills and vocabulary as I use all the functions. I've already started shooting in C-Log 3, which allows me to custom color grade the footage in Adobe Premiere Pro. Surprisingly (to me) the audio isn't bad either! I'm used to onboard microphone audio being poor, and this is certainly worlds much better than that. It's good enough that I don't need to use a lav mic in most outdoor settings. Autofocus is fast and accurate, and object/person/animal tracking works well. The image stabilization is a bit meh, and even with the "Enhanced" setting, it doesn't always keep things as smooth as a modern smartphone can. Basically, get a gimbal if you're serious about image stabilization. As for still images, this is where the PowerShot V1 falls down a bit. If you're used to hitting manual mode and dialing in your perfect settings, you can of course get some great shots with this, but out of the box, it leaves something to be desired. Interior lighting in particular makes shooting difficult, and details get squashed even at relatively low ISO. I've also been surprised by how much I enjoy the Canon Camera Connect App. This allows my smartphone to connect to the V1 via bluetooth and wifi, giving me options like remote camera control, image transfer, and starting a live stream. The app works well, and I haven't experienced any weird hiccups. All in all, I'm quite pleased. I think the V1 is an excellent portable video camera that can easily act as a second camera for a professional, or serve as a perfect first "real" video camera for content creators like me. Recommended!

Quick overview- It’s a great little camera for video that also takes great still photos. Has many presets to use if you’re new so don’t be intimidated. You can adjust as much or as little as you’d prefer. The lens is sized appropriately for closeup product showcases, talking head videos, walk and talk vlogging, real estate photos, and probably even most vacation photos. Except maybe shots of dangerous wildlife. You’d want a longer lens so you can stay a safe distance away. So not for that! It’s aimed at content creators and I think it’s great for that! It’s small enough that it’s convenient to take with you and large enough to be comfortable to use. Camera is not weather resistant so treat it appropriately. It has a cooling fan and vent but I ran it three hours straight shooting 4k video and the air coming out the vent was only about 10 degrees above ambient. Did not see a heat warning icon on the screen but it was only 70 degrees in the room. And the overly wordy review (sorry!)- I’m going to admit, I was a little apprehensive about trying this Canon camera. I used to shoot still photos with a Minolta X375 (fully manual 35mm film camera) so I figured I could handle making adjustments to this modern camera and I wanted it mainly for video that I can post online. As it turns out, I shouldn’t have been concerned. There are a ton of pro level features on this V1 but I can also leave many of them on auto and the camera turns out great video and still photos. As it’s a video-centric camera, it does not come with a viewfinder or a flash onboard. I don’t miss having a viewfinder since the camera has a large touchscreen. The screen inverts the image when you’re in front of the lens so it’s like looking at a mirror and presents a normal image with the screen turned to the rear or folded into the camera body. You can opt to turn on one of several grids and pressing the info button can add various levels of icons to the screen or show none at all if you like a clean view. The onboard mics work surprisingly good, a dead cat is included to block excessive wind noise. I’m going to be doing my shooting with wireless mics, I plugged the receiver into the mic jack on the camera and it connected easily. The onboard mics switch off when the mic jack is in use. What looks like a hot shoe on top of the body is actually a multi function shoe. If you want to add a flash unit, the Canon Speedlite EL10 is ideally the one you want. It supports E-TTL so it can fully communicate with the camera and fits the multifunction shoe with no adapter needed. It’s also tall enough that you don’t get a shadow from the long lens that some short flashes can cause. If you already have a hot shoe flash that you want to use, you need a Canon AD-E1 adapter so it will fit. Not all flashes will fully communicate with the camera, many reviews I found online showed over or underexposed images shot with third party flash units. The camera uses an LP-E17 battery if you’d like to pick up a spare, the external charger is Canon LC-E17. Takes a little less than an hour to recharge a battery but in my testing the battery lasted about one hour and forty minutes shooting continuous 4k 30p video. More than enough time for a spare to recharge. The Canon battery has a capacity of 1040mAh, note that some third party batteries may have more or less capacity but may not work with a genuine Canon charger. No charge cable or charger is included but you can charge the battery while it’s in the camera with a normal usb-c cable. I didn’t see a recommended size for the charger but I tried charging it with both a 1.2a and a 3a cube. I’d definitely recommend the 3a or a dedicated Canon external charger. The 1.2a cube charged super slow. The camera does not come with a memory card, the manual said I could use SDXC, SDHC, or SD cards rated UHS-II or UHS-I. I chose a Sandisk 128gb SDXC UHS-I from Best Buy, the National Park edition package also comes with a sticker for the National Parks Foundation for your laptop or water bottle! It’s showing I have room for 4000+ photos shooting .jpeg images at the large setting (5760x3840). I installed the Canon Camera Connect app on my phone and connected the camera as directed during the camera setup. App works good, allows you to view and download images and videos to your phone and it lets you use your phone as a remote control for the camera! Those family group photos? Mount the camera on a tripod and compose your shot from your phone using the live view and take the shot. No running back to your position in the group after tripping the countdown timer needed! It does take a bit to connect to the camera. Even though the camera is paired with Bluetooth it asks to switch to a faster wifi network built into the camera to transfer data and it takes a bit to make that connection. I understand this camera can be used for live streaming or as a web cam but I haven’t tried those features yet. The control ring around the lens has different uses depending on the mode you’re in or your personal settings in custom modes. I had to look for a bit to find what all the different modes were called, here’s the list I compiled: SCN- Scene. Control ring zooms the lens, same function as the toggle on the shutter button. Scenes are self portrait, portrait, portrait with smooth skin, panoramic, food, night, backlit, and fireworks. A+- Auto. Control ring zooms the lens as above, camera operates as a point and shoot camera so you don’t need to do anything but frame the shot and trip the shutter. Camera will select the settings and scene automatically. You can choose effects from the icon at the lower right corner of the screen. P- Program Shift- similar to Auto except you can control the ISO with the control ring (tap the ISO in the lower right corner of the screen first) and the camera controls the aperture and shutter speed. Tv- Time Value or Shutter Speed Priority. You set the shutter speed with the control ring and the camera chooses the aperture and ISO. Useful for capturing motion. Also useful with videos to keep a consistent frame rate. Av- Aperture Priority. You set the aperture with the control ring and the camera chooses the ISO and shutter speed. Useful when you want to control your depth of field. M- Manual. You have control over everything and need to set the exposure triangle yourself. C1,C2,and C3 are custom modes you can configure to your liking and save them as presets. Useful for scenes you may shoot often like bright landscapes or fast moving pets. The last mode’s icon looks like a Venn Diagram and I have no idea how to type that in text! Lol. It’s a custom mode that allows you to add filters like Grainy Black and White, Soft Focus, Fish Eye, Water Painting, Toy Camera, Miniature, and several options that make the photo resemble painted art or old photos. The autofocus has worked great for me, it usually brought the subject into sharp focus right away and if for some reason it didn’t just a tap on the touchscreen brought it right in. Video is awesome on this camera! The wide angle lens allows for more room in the frame for talking head videos and even when you lose a bit of the frame if you turn image stabilization on it’s still good. Enhanced image stabilization crops the frame pretty hard but that is a tradeoff you only need to make in certain situations. Having my mobile device available as a remote is great for when you’re in front of the camera. This is a feature packed camera and I look forward to learning more about it as I get along.

The Canon Powershot V1 point and shoot camera is a hybrid camera, meaning it features a dual-purpose design, balancing video and still photography. With the V1, the balance is weighted more toward its video capability and geared toward videographers and vloggers who want a compact yet full-featured video camera. To Canon’s credit though, it’s also a decent still photo camera in a pocketable point and shoot body, providing you are wearing cargo pants with decent-size pockets. As a telltale sign of its greater emphasis on video, the V1 doesn’t come with an optical viewfinder, and while it has a hot shoe to accommodate an external flash, there is no built-in flash. The camera includes a fuzzy wind screen that fits into the accessory shoe to reduce wind noise when recording audio. Something else you won’t find on a typical point and shoot camera is its cooling system, with intake and exhaust fan ports to cool the sensor to prevent overheating, resulting in longer recording times and less sensor noise caused by heat. The V1 is built around a Canon 1.4-inch CMOS sensor, which is very comparable to MFT (Micro Four Thirds) in size, making it smaller than APS-C and full frame. Yet it is larger than many point and shoot cameras whose sensors are typically about 1-inch in size. The Canon V1 sensor achieves a good balance of video output quality, dynamic range, and image noise despite the smaller sensor, making it possible to fit all this into a travel-friendly point-and-shoot camera body. Of course, Canon adds their special sauce to achieve famous Canon colors that they are famous for. For a point-and-shoot camera, the menu system is quite extensive and highly configurable, evident by the fact that the online manual is over 700 pages. Because it’s a hybrid camera, the menu adapts to the to either still-image or video by a lever switch integrated into the mode dial. The camera can be operated with point-and-shoot simplicity in fully automatic setting, or it can be set to full manual operation and/or just about everything in-between. This makes the V1 an attractive choice to almost anyone, ranging from beginner to advanced pro. I was able to find very helpful videos on YouTube, with step-by-step instructions to gain a better understanding of the camera’s features and configure the menu system. The V1 feels very good in the hands, featuring a very solid body with texturized rubber grip and is lightweight and comfortable with easy access to all its buttons and dials. The LCD is a touch screen for quick and easy touch operation of the camera. It is fully articulated, meaning it can be rotated and flipped in multiple directions, providing maximum versatility and creativity in viewing and composing images. I especially like that the screen can be rotated into position with the screen facing inward and protected when closed. The lens on the V1 is Canon’s 8.2 to 25.6mm zoom lens, with a variable aperture of f2.8 at the widest 8.2mm setting and closes to f4.5 when zoomed out to 25.6mm telephoto. With the V1’s sensor size, that is the 35mm equivalent of a 17-52mm in video and 16-50mm when shooting still images. A lever under the shutter button operates the zoom and zooming is very smooth and quiet. In my short time shooting with the camera, I found it very enjoyable to carry and use. I mostly shot 4K 30P video in standard settings and was very pleased with the output. Colors were really pleasing, and focus was quick and accurate. I followed my 2-year old grandson around the house and already have some lifetime memories thanks to the Canon V1. Still images look great as well with a little bit of noticeable noise in low light which is to be expected, but that’s almost a non-issue with the advent of noise reduction post-processing software and shooting in RAW format. Certainly, the video side of the camera can be configured for more advanced post-processing and color grading with more advanced software, but I was completely satisfied with default video straight out of camera. The V1 can be connected either by Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to a smartphone, which opens even more opportunities of viewing in-camera imagery, live streaming, and remote shooting using your phone as a remote. The Canon Camera Connect app is a free download and has earned a remarkable 4.8 star rating. In my testing, the connection was simple and quick to connect, and everything worked perfectly the first time. If I had to list any negatives, I would only add that I wish Canon had included a USB-C cable with the camera. The V1 comes with a battery that requires a USB-C cable to charge the battery inside the camera. Like most people, it’s not really a big deal as I have multiple USB-C cables lying around, but I did opt to purchase a new dedicated PD plug and USB-C cable to keep with the camera for about $10. Since it does not come with an external battery charger either, a USB-C cable would have been nice to get started out of the box. Also, the metal strap connectors are quite small, making it difficult to add a third-party wrist strap through the tiny openings. I was able to get my third-party detachable strap lugs installed, but it was a struggle.These deductions are minor and my review still rounds up to a 5-star rating for the Canon V1, which I can recommend highly to anyone in the market for a hybrid point and shoot camera.

I immediately fell in love with this Canon PowerShot V1 camera the moment I took it out of the soft white protective bag. It felt premium in my hand and surprisingly lightweight. Unfortunately, the box came only with the camera PowerShot V1, wrist strap, battery, and windscreen for the mic. No SD card, charging cable, or carrying case. I bought a full-size 256GB SDXC memory card as well as a carrying case to use it. Setup was extremely easy, and the on-screen guidance was sufficient to get everything up and running. The Canon Connect app is required to pair the camera with a smartphone. Charging the camera through the USB-C port is convenient, which allows me to use my PD charger. Such a charging cable makes things simpler for me, because I can carry one cable only for most of the tech devices I use every day. Once the charging was complete, I powered on the camera and followed the On-Screen instructions and added the camera to my iPhone via Bluetooth. The camera can be connected via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. It is worth noting that Bluetooth offers a quick connection for doing some simple controls and easy pairing, while Wi-Fi provides a faster connection needed for live remote control and transferring photos. In my hand, the camera is well balanced in terms of weight and size. The compact design gives a secure, comfortable grip, and the textured body keeps my fingers firm while holding it. After adjusting a few settings, I decided to go back and use the manual mode because it seems to have better image quality than my own settings. The camera shoots 4K videos at 60fps, which is quite decent, but I noticed no lag at all, and motion was smooth. The 22.3MP is good for having sharp and crystal-clear images. The autofocus and object tracking are excellent. Capturing close-up objects was sharp and detailed, and colors looked natural thanks to the quick and reliable autofocus. The camera has a cooling fan that protects its components from getting overheated. I was impressed by how this camera shoots images better than my two high-end smartphones. It can shoot up to 15 frames per second. The lens is fixed (16–50mm), but it has enough width to serve my travel or regular shots. The touchscreen is very responsive and can be flipped around for selfie purposes. Even though it also has a decent aperture, when I zoomed in, I didn’t get any dreamy background. One thing that I noticed, and it’s due to the lack of a built-in viewfinder, I had to rely on the screen to view, and I often needed to adjust the angle, especially in direct sunlight, where visibility was poor. That said, recording video with audio was great. My overall experience using this camera was great. It is designed for vlogging and those who like to travel and carry it around. The camera has all the basic functions and settings, making it simple to use. I prioritize image and video quality, smooth motion (not high), reliable autofocus, and profitability. In addition to the versatility of connection options.

The Canon PowerShot V1 is a great point and shoot camera that’s great for content creating but also delivers beautiful pics. When setting the camera up the Cannon app adds that extra bit of versatility for content creation and control of the camera. It allows you to use your phone as a Bluetooth remote, auto transfer, remote live streaming and more. The nice thing is actually how well the app works when using it to do these things. The smooth skin mode allows you to get those perfect beauty shots or wipe away those wrinkles while live streaming. It really does make significant difference in the wrinkles if you have any! I like the fact the camera has a dedicated selection for black and white photos for the dial selector instead of having go thru the menu settings to get it. Even though you don’t have a viewfinder the screen still makes it easy to get the perfect shot. This is my first Canon camera and I must say the eye tracking is top notch. With all the different movie shooting modes the software helps you dial in the perfect content when creating your videos. If you’re a person who needs a flash, you’ll have to buy that separately. The camera charges with USB-C but there’s no cable included, not that big of a deal as I’m sure most people already have one. The PowerShot V1 is a versatile point and shoot camera for someone who wants to create content but doesn’t want to use their cell phone.

I’ve been using the Canon PowerShot V1 for a few days, and overall, it’s a solid camera for video creators with a few quirks worth noting. Setup was quick, but you’ll need an SD card because it’s not included. The 4K video quality is excellent—sharp and vibrant even indoors. I really liked the special video modes like Movie Close-Up Demo Mode for product shots and Smooth Skin Mode for polished face videos. For still photos, the camera performs well, but there’s no built-in flash, so you’ll need your own studio lighting for low-light shots. It’s lightweight and portable, which makes it great for vlogging. Connecting to my iPhone via the Canon Connect app was super easy, and I love being able to import images to my phone or use the remote control to start recording. Now for the downsides: -HDMI cover doesn’t stay closed easily. -No USB-C charging cable included. -No useful instructions in the box—you have to access the PDF online. It would be nice if they included a quick-start guide and then directed you to the PDF for details. -Mic placement isn’t ideal—the wind sock (pom-pom) gets in the way of some buttons. -Connecting to my PC was confusing at first. I eventually found a caution in Canon’s reference guide: if Wi-Fi is on, the camera won’t communicate with a computer even if connected by cable. That should be clearer upfront. What I liked most: -Crisp 4K video and solid still photos -Compact and easy to carry -Helpful creator-focused modes -Easy phone connectivity and remote control What could be better: -No SD card or USB-C cable included -No flash for still photos -Mic placement could be improved Despite these quirks, I think the Canon PowerShot V1 is a great option for content creators who want convenience and quality. I’d give it 4 out of 5 stars.

The Canon PowerShot V1 4K Digital Camera is one of Canon’s newest cameras for the content creator market and will certainly check all the boxes for a casual to maybe even an experienced photographer. It was built with the Vlogger in mind so the video aspect is what really shines, but the camera is no slouch when taking still images. It’s considered a “compact” camera, but I found the design to feel very much like a mirrorless camera in a compact design point-and-shoot. The PowerShot V1 feels good in your hand with a thumb grip and faux leather grips on the front of camera making it easy to grip while using. It’s also weather sealed for dust and moisture, so it’s ideal for taking on a wide range of adventures. My initial thought was this camera is quality built, as one would expect from Canon, and it offers a number of features that should put it squarely in the mix for any content creator seeking a hybrid solution for filming and taking photos. With the Vlogger in mind, the V1 has an internal fan to minimize heat while filming for long periods of time. The V1 can shoot for approx. 60 minutes based on Canon’s stats, however, additional batteries would be required to meet this goal. Camera Body – As mentioned previously, this V1 feels substantial in your hands, but not overly heavy or bulky making it perfect for a daily carry camera option. The controls are well laid out for both video and camera functions. There are multiple automatic modes available and there are an additional three customizable programs for the advanced user. Another nice feature on the camera body ius the customizable control ring that can be set to focus, ISO or Aperture settings. The 3” color touchscreen is fully articulated for use while filming or shooting selfies and provides a feeling like using a mobile device for controls (which most casual users will appreciate). There’s also a multi-function hot shoe for mounting flashes (there is no built-in flash option), digital microphones, etc. Lens – The V1 is equipped with a non-interchangeable 16-50MM wide-angle lens that offers crisp video and a wide angle for vlogging. The lens also offers a stabilization setting that cuts down the bounce when moving like walking or driving while filming. There’s also a digital stabilization function as well. There is a 3 stop ND filter built in for adjustment when filming in lower light situations, this was a nice touch versus having to buy and swap out filters. Sensor – The V1 uses a type 1.4 CMOS sensor with 22.3MP (stills) and 18.8MP (video), which is larger than most compact camera models. I found this sensor to provide benefits typical found on mirrorless cameras and provided a wider field of view and great low light video shooting. Video – As Canon intended for the V1 to be used more on the video side for content creators there’s no shortage of features to enhance the user’s experience and content. It offers multiple video options ranging from 1080, 4K30 and up to a cropped 4K60 setting. Most vloggers, like me, will most likely tend to opt for the 1080 or 4K at 30fps settings for a wider range of view. There are multiple preset color options to select from and options for stylizing color settings. As mentioned earlier, there is also built in digital stabilization smooth video while on the go. In addition, there are several selfie-focused options to enhance the video experience and quality of content. Pros: - Mirrorless level auto focus with subject detection - Very high-quality build as expected from Canon - Customizable options for the advanced user - Built in ND filter for filming in darker settings - Multiple Auto settings for an easy-to-use camera while Vlogging - Subject tracking image stabilization is a game changer for vloggers on the go - Canon Connect App – control functions and easy to view and share content Cons: - No built-in flash - Battery is on the smaller side compared to some competitors, would recommend having a backup or two for serious content creators. - Tripod thread blocks the battery door Overall, the Canon PowerShot V1 4K Digital Camera has been an absolute joy to use while filming and shooting still photos. It’s well made and provides a perfect platform for vlogging with full auto settings as well as customizable setting for the more advanced user. I would certainly recommend this camera for anyone looking to get into vlogging or someone looking for a point-and-shoot option.

I was so incredibly tired of using my phone for photography/videography. It feels like we’ve hit a plateau of what a phone camera can do and that plateau still pales in comparison to an actual camera. I wanted something compact. Something that could handle both photos and videos brilliantly, and something sturdy to take with me on vacations or just driving into the mountains. On those aspects, the Canon Powershot V1 is brilliant. It’s lacking in a few areas, but for being a fixed lens mirrorless digital camera, this is exactly what I’m looking for. I set out to take photos in tougher conditions, because I knew that the V1 would handle them like a champ. I took photos with tough contrasts, like our cats in the window bed with low light inside, but the bright sun in the window. Or one of our feral cats, sitting in the grass at sunset. It handled both beautifully (see for yourself in the attached photos). I also wanted to see if it could keep up with video work. I took it up to the mountains to film while we drove through winding canyons and it was a lot of fun, much easier than my giant cinema camera. While it was certainly easier and the video quality/stabilization is quite good, it’s not quite what I was hoping for. For starters there is some jelly scrolling when moving the camera horizontally (this is when the top and bottom of the video are refreshing at slightly different speeds so one half is keeping up and the other half is a little behind). It’s pretty standard for digital cameras, but was certainly hoping for better with a camera like this that is vlogging-focused. The standard stabilization is really solid and doesn’t crop any of the image, but if you are planning on doing anything more than just stabilizing for being handheld (i.e. running with the camera) the more intense stabilization does do a pretty intense crop on the picture. There are some other cons, like no built-in flash or viewfinder. This makes sense for a vlogging focused camera, however since vlogging on this isn’t as good as taking pictures, I wish those two features came with it. It does have a shoehorn mount so at the very least you could add a flash. What gave me the biggest headache though is the software. Canon hasn’t really done much in the past decade since I last had a Canon to clean up their software. It’s still a mess and what’s especially a bummer is that this camera is meant for a younger generation vlogger, yet the process to transfer photos is an absolute nightmare. I got it to connect to my phone once after an hour of troubleshooting and since then I haven’t been able to again. I eventually gave up on it entirely and just started pulling the SD card out and plugging it into the computer. Don’t let these issues stop you though! This is a fantastic, pocketable digital camera beast. I plan on taking this with me on all my trips from now on, phone in one pocket and the PowerShot V1 in the other. Pros: A brilliant digital camera and a solid video camera Compact yet sturdy Great image stabilization built-in Articulating, bright display Many different setting for both photo and vide Cons: No built-in flash No viewfinder Wireless photo/video transfer to mobile is a nightmare

As an aspiring content creator I find this Canon Powershot V1 4K digital camera a great asset to my filming gear. Yes I have a smartphone available, but I want a more professional look for studio video, podcasts, and still photos. This Canon Powershot V1 has been an impressive new addition to my catalog of gear as I start out. This camera offers 4K video at 30fps and can take still photos at 23.9 MP, with its CMOS 1.4 type sensor. I love the very versatile 3 inch LCD touch screen for flipping around and also twisting into a screen for watching my selfie mode videos. The camera offers a 3.1x optical zoom and a 10x digital zoom, with autofocus and eye autofocus. Its a point and shoot camera design, so it isn't as bulky as a professional DSLR style camera. The camera has both WiFi and bluetooth connectivity to easily transfer files to my computer. There are outputs on the camera such as USB-C, Micro HDMI, and 3.5mm audio. There is a rechargeable battery included and it's also removable/swappable if the need arises. I had to use my own SD card as one is not included in the packaging. The lens on this camera is equipped with ultra wide angle zoom that makes it ideal for vlogging and you can easily find a setting that suits you within the 16-50mm range. The built in 3 stop ND filter helps to get the right lighting condition for the various outdoor daylight scenes that I encounter. This has helped me to ensure that my photos and videos aren't too washed out. The camera features a cooling fan that keeps me able to record without overheating and getting too hot. This proves to be useful for longer video sessions and photo shoots. Image stabilization is done very well on this camera as it helps to reduce that camera shake during video or photos, since I like to be in movement while recording many times. There is a f/2.8 - f/4.5 range. The aperture range goes from f/2.8 - f/11. Record my movies in .MP4 format, and photos can be shot in JPEG, HEIF, RAW, C-RAW, and Dual pixel RAW. For audio recording I can use the included built in microphone for recording my videos and there is a shoe mounted dead cat windscreen included as well. I have been pleased with my video content and still photos so far. There are so many settings and features to choose from on this camera that I'm finding it to be a large learning curve to dive into all the available options. It's a good thing to have so many choices as I learn and perfect my craft. I want to enjoy my content creator time and use a camera that can go along with me and capture my day to day adventures. This seems like a great fit and I'm loving it so far. A fantastic choice for the beginner to semi experienced content creator.

As a photographer by trade, I am interested in any and all photo and video related gear. From drones, to full frame mirrorless cameras, and even pocket cameras, I am always looking for tools that will help me with my passion. The Canon Powershot V1 is a good first version of this series and can only get better with time and feedback from real world users. This camera has been marketed as a vlogging video friendly camera and for those reasons, I feel it is important to take that into consideration. Rather than dive deep into any specifications, which are readily available, most likely on the same webpage as this review, I will point out my pros and cons, as a real world user. *** PROS *** This camera is compact, but not so small that you could easily lose it. It takes very little room and can easily fit in most pockets. The build quality feels very solid in the hands and the added thumb-grip makes holding it much more stable. I do also have the wrist strap secure at all times just in case. The focal length is to me, perfect for an all-in-one compact camera. While the reach may not be long enough for some people, I have been happy with the 16 to 50mm lens for everyday use. Would this be the lens for everyone, even on vacation? That is debatable, but I think it is great and will get the job done whether you have the screen flipped around for vlogging, or you are using it for scenery on vacation. Being that the lens has a variable aperture going from f/2.8 to f/4.5, this camera is great for vlogging and scenery only. More on this later. The lens is sharp and the focus performs well under decent lighting conditions. I have found that it snaps back and forth from your face, to an object held in front of the lens very quickly and accurately. Another great feature is that the touchscreen allows for tap focus and will lock on to a subject and hold the focus area very well. The camera also works perfectly with the ever important eye auto focus and even lets you select people or animals for focus priority. Keep in mind that this camera only has optical image stabilization, which works well in some situations and is definitely better than not having it at all. More on this later. The touchscreen menu system is user friendly and offers customization of key areas, such as the front dial, physical buttons, and an area to add custom menus for the settings you use most. Having used cameras from most every brand, I appreciate the Canon menu system and its ease of use. The physical buttons and dials on the camera exterior are all exactly where I would want them if I designed this camera. All of the important settings are readily accessible and easy to learn and use. The body also features a fan to keep the camera from overheating if for instance, you use it on a tripod shooting 4K video for an extended period of time. One of the most compelling features of this camera for my personal use is the fact that they included CLOG 3 and 10-bit color. While this isn’t for everyone, having a wider dynamic range for color grading your footage in post is a top necessity for my work. If you like to keep it simple, you can always use a standard color profile for your images and videos so you don’t have to do any color correction later, and they look great. More notable features include a built-in 3-stop ND filter that works both manually and automatically for bright lighting conditions. There are also headphone and microphone inputs. I have used my camera with the DJI Mic setup and it sounds phenomenal. That said, the built in microphone is excellent as well and really shines for vlogging or close subject work. Canon has also provided a fuzzy wind screen for windy conditions if you choose to record with the internal mic. Lastly, the camera will shoot natively in 4K at both 24 and 30fps, but unfortunately auto crops at 60fps. It also shoots in FHD at all frame rates without any cropping. *** CONS *** I believe this camera is a great option for most people in the situations I mentioned previously. It is a versatile tool for vlogging, talking head shots, b-roll, and vacations. I also believe that this camera has proven its worth to me for the applications it was designed for. That said, I have a wish list for the Powershot V2 version. For starters, I would like to see dual native ISO for video work. This way in extreme low light, the camera will produce a cleaner image with less noise. I know the design may have to change, but it would be really great to have an all in one camera this size with a fixed aperture of at least f/2.8. This way, you could expand the use of this camera for both photo and video portraits, with some nice out of focus backgrounds and more compression at 50mm. As it currently stands, this lens will only separate the subject from the background if you are very close to the focus object at any focal length. As stated previously, the camera will auto crop when shooting 60fps. This is unfortunate for me since I shoot indoors and would like the ability to have the full available frame for a wider field of view and the ability to crop or re-frame the image slightly in post. Since this camera only features lens stabilization, if you want buttery smooth video with no jitters and horizon leveling, you must consider putting it on a gimbal. This requires more investment and setup time. I am by no means saying that the lens stabilization is terrible. It works pretty well in most situations, but I own the extra gear and if I have the time, I will mount it on the gimbal every time. The wrist strap mounts on the body are pretty small and will only allow for the use of smaller straps with the thin push through cable. This is fine for light use, but I would attach a wrist, or body strap to the tripod socket instead. The camera only comes with a cold shoe, so unfortunately you cannot use lighting triggers or flashes. Again, not really what this camera is designed for, but it would be nice to have the ability to use a quick fill flash for photo ops under poor lighting conditions. Lastly, there is no internal EVF. I realize that would also raise the price, and possibly the size of the camera, but having an EVF, especially in bright lighting exterior conditions is HUGE. In an effort to keep the cost of this model at a reasonable price for most users, I feel like the Canon Powershot V1 is still a fantastic choice for all of the pros listed above. In conclusion, I would like to see Canon consider targeting semi professional and professional photographers with an all in one solution that has all of the missing features I mentioned and perhaps call it the Canon Powershot Pro V1.