Canon PowerShot V10vs S1 II
Canon
Canon PowerShot V10 (2023)
Starting from £399 new
Best for Vloggers & content creators
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GearScore™ Verdict — 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.
Hybrid & Video — S1 II (2025): The S1 II is the full-frame L-mount hybrid camera Panasonic's system has been waiting for — phase-detect AF, 4K/120p, class-leading IBIS, and a professional build in one complete package. It addresses every weakness of the original S1 and positions Lumix firmly back in the conversation for serious hybrid shooters.
Who should buy what
Canon PowerShot V10 (2023)
- Content creators who want the simplest possible vlogging setup
- Beginners who want a fixed-lens camera with a built-in stand and mic
- Travellers who want a truly pocket-sized video camera
- Anyone who wants to start vlogging without learning camera menus
S1 II (2025)
- Hybrid photographers who need excellent stills and serious video capability
- Video professionals who want full-frame quality with 4K/120p
- Landscape and portrait photographers who want maximum stabilisation
- L-mount system users upgrading from S1 or S5 II
Quick take: The s1 ii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the canon powershot v10 is the most affordable; only the s1 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Canon PowerShot V10 (2023) | S1 II (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £2,200 |
| Sensor | 20MP 1-inch stacked CMOS | 24.2MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.0MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 6K/30p, 4K/120p, 10-bit 4:2:2 internal |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II | Phase-detect AF with subject recognition (human, animal, vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | Digital IS | 5-axis IBIS, up to 8 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps | 30fps (electronic), 9fps (mechanical) |
| Battery Life | 230 shots (CIPA) | ~400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 211g | 680g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 75.2 × 105.7 × 46.5mm | 138.5 × 100.0 × 91.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic, 3.68M dots, 0.78× |
| Screen | 2.0" tilting front-facing screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Mount | Fixed 19mm-equiv f/2.8 lens | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Dual slot: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Canon PowerShot V10 | S1 II |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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