Canon PowerShot V10vs A6700vs Sony FX30
Canon
Canon PowerShot V10 (2023)
From £399
Best for Vloggers & content creators
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Which should you buy?
Vloggers & Content Creators — Canon PowerShot V10 (2023): A vlog-first compact with a 1-inch sensor, front-facing screen, and Canon's Dual Pixel AF — the simplest way to create clean content on the go.
All-Round & Video — A6700 (2023): Best-in-class autofocus and 4K/120p video in a compact APS-C body — the standout camera under £1,000.
Video Creators & Filmmakers — Sony FX30 (2022): The Cinema Line entry point — S-Cinetone colour science, 4K/120p, and XLR audio in a compact, affordable body that punches far above its price.
Who should buy what
Canon PowerShot V10 (2023)
- You create solo video content and need a simple, self-contained setup
- You want something more compact and less intimidating than a mirrorless
- You shoot primarily for social media or YouTube on a tight budget
A6700 (2023)
- You want a compact, travel-friendly system without sacrificing autofocus performance
- You're an enthusiast upgrading from an entry-level camera and ready for a more capable body
- You shoot wildlife or sports and want APS-C reach from a lightweight kit
- You create video content and need reliable subject and eye tracking in a small form factor
Sony FX30 (2022)
- You're a filmmaker or video producer who wants Sony cinema colour in a compact, affordable body
- You want 4K/120fps slow motion without the cost of an FX3 or FX6
- You shoot documentary, corporate video, or YouTube content at a professional standard
Quick take: The sony fx30 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the canon powershot v10 is the most affordable; only the sony fx30 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Canon PowerShot V10 (2023) | A6700 (2023) | Sony FX30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £999 | £1,799 |
| Sensor | 20MP 1-inch stacked CMOS | 26MP APS-C Exmor R BSI CMOS | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.0MP | 26.0MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition (human/animal/bird/vehicle) | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | Digital IS | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops | 5-axis Active IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 8fps | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 230 shots (CIPA) | ~570 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 211g | 493g body only | 579g body only |
| Dimensions | 75.2 × 105.7 × 46.5mm | 122.0 × 69.0 × 75.1mm | 129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | EVF, 2.36M dots | None (EVF optional via XLR handle) |
| Screen | 2.0" tilting front-facing screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed 19mm-equiv f/2.8 lens | Sony E-mount | Sony FE (E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type A slot | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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