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Canon Powershot Cameras Comparison - April 2026

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Model

Canon Cameras US Point and Shoot Digital Camera with 3.0" LCD, Silver (2956C001)
Model
Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 Digital Camera w/ 12x Optical Zoom and Image Stabilization - Wi-Fi & NFC Enabled (Silver)
Model
Kodak PIXPRO FZ55-BK 16MP CMOS Sensor Digital Camera 5X Optical Zoom 28mm Wide Angle 1080P Full HD Video 2.7" LCD Vlogging Camera (Black)
Model
Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 Digital Camera w/ 12x Optical Zoom and Image Stabilization - Wi-Fi & NFC Enabled (Black)
Model
4K Digital Camera for Photography, 64MP Vlogging Camera for YouTube with 3" 180° Flip Screen, 18X Digital Zoom Point and Shoot Camara with 32GB Micro SD Card for Beginner (Black)
Model
Canon PowerShot V10 Compact Vlogging Camera, 1" CMOS Sensor, 4K Video Streaming, Built‑in Wide‑Angle Zoom Lens, Flip‑LCD & Stereo Mic, Image Stabilization, Creator Studio in Your Pocket, Black

Brand

Canon
Brand
Canon
Brand
KODAK
Brand
Canon
Brand
VJIANGER
Brand
Canon

Reviews

6,180 reviews
Reviews
5,856 reviews
Reviews
19,956 reviews
Reviews
5,856 reviews
Reviews
7,244 reviews
Reviews
268 reviews

Features

Simple to use

9.1
Simple to use
7.7
Simple to use
9.8
Simple to use
7.7
Simple to use
7.2
Simple to use
7.0

Image quality

9.3
Image quality
8.6
Image quality
9.1
Image quality
8.6
Image quality
7.9
Image quality
7.7

Zoom

9.6
Zoom
9.1
Zoom
9.4
Zoom
9.1
Zoom
8.6
Zoom
8.4

Image steadying.

8.9
Image steadying.
8.9
Image steadying.
9.4
Image steadying.
8.9
Image steadying.
8.4
Image steadying.
8.1

Battery duration

9.1
Battery duration
9.1
Battery duration
9.4
Battery duration
9.1
Battery duration
8.6
Battery duration
8.4

Tech Specs

item weight

9.7 ounces
item weight
5.2 Ounces
item weight
0.23 Pounds
item weight
5.12 ounces
item weight
0.4 Kilograms
item weight
7.5 ounces

display fixture type

Tilting
display fixture type
Fixed
display fixture type
Fixed
display fixture type
Fixed
display fixture type
Tilting
display fixture type
-

display type

LCD
display type
LCD
display type
LCD
display type
LCD
display type
LCD
display type
-

effective still resolution

20.3 MP
effective still resolution
20.2
effective still resolution
16.35 MP
effective still resolution
20.2
effective still resolution
64 MP
effective still resolution
-

maximum aperture

6.9 f
maximum aperture
7 f
maximum aperture
3.9 f
maximum aperture
7 f
maximum aperture
8 Millimeters
maximum aperture
-

flash memory type

SDXC
flash memory type
Micro SD
flash memory type
SDHC
flash memory type
SDXC
flash memory type
Micro SD
flash memory type
-

white balance settings

Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Fluorescent, Shade, Tungsten
white balance settings
Auto, Daylight, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Custom, Cloudy
white balance settings
Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent
white balance settings
Auto, Daylight, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Custom, Cloudy
white balance settings
Auto
white balance settings
-

photo sensor size

1/2.3-inch
photo sensor size
1/2.3-inch
photo sensor size
1/2.3-inch
photo sensor size
1/2.3-inch
photo sensor size
1/2.5-inch
photo sensor size
-

image stabilization

Optical
image stabilization
Optical
image stabilization
Digital
image stabilization
Optical
image stabilization
Digital
image stabilization
-

auto focus technology

Contrast Detection
auto focus technology
Manual, Automatic
auto focus technology
Contrast Detection
auto focus technology
Contrast Detection
auto focus technology
Contrast Detection
auto focus technology
-

digital zoom

4 x
digital zoom
4 x
digital zoom
6 x
digital zoom
4
digital zoom
18 x
digital zoom
-

form factor

Point and Shoot
form factor
Compact
form factor
Compact
form factor
Compact
form factor
Compact
form factor
-

are batteries included

Yes
are batteries included
Yes
are batteries included
Yes
are batteries included
Yes
are batteries included
Yes
are batteries included
-

minimum focal length

24 Millimeters
minimum focal length
25 Millimeters
minimum focal length
5.1 Millimeters
minimum focal length
25 Millimeters
minimum focal length
18 Millimeters
minimum focal length
-

video capture format

4k
video capture format
MP4
video capture format
MP4
video capture format
MP4
video capture format
MP4
video capture format
-

shooting modes

Auto, Manual, Program
shooting modes
P, hybrid auto, creative shot, portrait, smile, wink self-timer, face self timer, high-speed burst, night scene, low light, monochrome and more
shooting modes
Automatic, Landscape, Macro, Portrait
shooting modes
P, hybrid auto, creative shot, portrait, smile, wink self-timer, face self timer, high-speed burst, night scene, low light, monochrome and more
shooting modes
Timelapse
shooting modes
-

skill level

Professional
skill level
Professional
skill level
Amateur
skill level
Professional
skill level
Novice
skill level
-

display resolution maximum

92, 000, 000
display resolution maximum
1
display resolution maximum
16 MP
display resolution maximum
5184 x 3888
display resolution maximum
64 MP
display resolution maximum
-

camera flash

Built-in Flash
camera flash
Built-In
camera flash
Built-In
camera flash
Built-In
camera flash
Built-In
camera flash
-

screen size

3 Inches
screen size
5 Inches
screen size
2.7 Inches
screen size
3 Inches
screen size
3 Inches
screen size
-

color

Silver
color
Silver
color
Black
color
Black
color
YL15-W08-C-Black
color
-

lens type

Telephoto
lens type
Close-Up
lens type
Wide Angle
lens type
wide, telephoto
lens type
Fixed
lens type
-

battery weight

22 Grams
battery weight
13.6 Grams
battery weight
2.5 Grams
battery weight
9.07 Grams
battery weight
0.01 Kilograms
battery weight
-

maximum focal length

960 Millimeters
maximum focal length
300 Millimeters
maximum focal length
28 Millimeters
maximum focal length
300 Millimeters
maximum focal length
5.04 Millimeters
maximum focal length
-

connectivity technology

Wi-Fi
connectivity technology
HDMI D Micro , USB Mini-B USB 2.0
connectivity technology
USB
connectivity technology
HDMI D Micro , USB Mini-B USB 2.0
connectivity technology
Wi-Fi
connectivity technology
-

focus type

Autofocus
focus type
automatic only
focus type
Auto Focus
focus type
Auto Focus
focus type
manual-and-auto
focus type
-

jpeg quality level

Fine, Normal
jpeg quality level
Fine, Normal
jpeg quality level
Normal
jpeg quality level
Fine, Normal
jpeg quality level
Fine
jpeg quality level
-

optical zoom

40 x
optical zoom
12 x
optical zoom
5 x
optical zoom
12 x
optical zoom
1 x
optical zoom
-

compatible mountings

Canon RF
compatible mountings
Canon EF
compatible mountings
Nikon F
compatible mountings
-
compatible mountings
Nikon 1
compatible mountings
-

expanded iso minimum

100
expanded iso minimum
100
expanded iso minimum
100
expanded iso minimum
-
expanded iso minimum
80
expanded iso minimum
-

supported image format

JPEG
supported image format
MP4
supported image format
JPEG
supported image format
MP4
supported image format
-
supported image format
-

supported audio format

AAC LC
supported audio format
AAC LC
supported audio format
-
supported audio format
AAC LC
supported audio format
AAC
supported audio format
-

expanded iso maximum

-
expanded iso maximum
3200
expanded iso maximum
12800
expanded iso maximum
3200
expanded iso maximum
25600
expanded iso maximum
-

memory storage capacity

-
memory storage capacity
32 GB
memory storage capacity
63 MB
memory storage capacity
32 GB
memory storage capacity
32 GB
memory storage capacity
-

file format

JPEG
file format
-
file format
JPEG
file format
-
file format
MP4
file format
-

model series

SX740
model series
-
model series
Friendly Zoom
model series
-
model series
W
model series
-

focus features

Auto Focus
focus features
-
focus features
Contrast Detection
focus features
-
focus features
Autofocus
focus features
-

battery cell type

Lithium Ion
battery cell type
-
battery cell type
Lithium Ion
battery cell type
-
battery cell type
Lithium Ion
battery cell type
-

item height

2.5 inches
item height
-
item height
2.23 inches
item height
-
item height
0.68 centimeters
item height
-

lens construction

Telephoto
lens construction
-
lens construction
8 groups 8 elements
lens construction
-
lens construction
prime lens
lens construction
-

guide number

1.6 to 16.4' / 0.5 to 5 m (Wide)6.6 to 8.2' / 2 to 2.5 m (Telephoto)
guide number
1.6 to 13.1' / 0.5 to 4 m Wide 3.3 to 6.6' / 1 to 2 m Telephoto
guide number
-
guide number
1.6 to 13.1' / 0.5 to 4 m Wide 3.3 to 6.6' / 1 to 2 m Telephoto
guide number
-
guide number
-

maximum image size

5184 Pixels
maximum image size
-
maximum image size
4608 Pixels
maximum image size
-
maximum image size
64 MP
maximum image size
-

digital scene transition

zoom
digital scene transition
zoom
digital scene transition
zoom
digital scene transition
-
digital scene transition
-
digital scene transition
-

has color screen

Yes
has color screen
-
has color screen
Yes
has color screen
-
has color screen
Yes
has color screen
-

night vision

No
night vision
-
night vision
No
night vision
-
night vision
No
night vision
-

camera lens

Wide, Telephoto
camera lens
-
camera lens
5X optical zoom, 28mm wide-angle lens, focal length: 5.1 mm (wide) - 25.5 mm (tele) [35mm film equivalent: 28mm - 140mm], 8-group, 8-element lens construction, digital image stabilization, focusing range: normal (60cm - infinity for wide, 100cm - infinity for tele), macro (5cm - infinity for wide), minimum aperture: F3.9 (wide) - F6.3 (tele)
camera lens
-
camera lens
A simple fixed focal length lens with contrast-detect autofocus.
camera lens
-

aperture modes

f3.3-f6.9
aperture modes
-
aperture modes
F3.9-F8.0
aperture modes
-
aperture modes
F8.0
aperture modes
-

exposure control

Auto, Manual, Program
exposure control
-
exposure control
Automatic
exposure control
-
exposure control
Automatic, Manual
exposure control
-

digital still

Yes
digital still
-
digital still
Yes
digital still
-
digital still
Yes
digital still
-

total still resolution

20.3 MP
total still resolution
-
total still resolution
16 MP
total still resolution
-
total still resolution
64 MP
total still resolution
-

real angle of view

107.5 Degrees
real angle of view
-
real angle of view
30.6 Degrees
real angle of view
-
real angle of view
84.3 Degrees
real angle of view
-

sensor type

CMOS
sensor type
-
sensor type
CMOS
sensor type
-
sensor type
CMOS
sensor type
-

built in media

Battery Charger CB-2LH, Battery Pack NB-13L, PowerShot SX740 HS, Wrist Strap WS-800
built in media
-
built in media
Camera, Li-Ion Battery, USB Cable, AC Adapter, Strap
built in media
-
built in media
Camera Body & Accessories
built in media
-

flash modes

Auto, Flash On, Off, Slow Sync
flash modes
-
flash modes
Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill Flash, Force Off, Slow Synchro, Red-Eye Reduction + Slow Synchro
flash modes
-
flash modes
Fill Flash
flash modes
-

autofocus points

1
autofocus points
-
autofocus points
1
autofocus points
-
autofocus points
150
autofocus points
-

flash memory bus interface type

USB
flash memory bus interface type
-
flash memory bus interface type
UHS-I
flash memory bus interface type
-
flash memory bus interface type
SD
flash memory bus interface type
-

self timer

10 Seconds, 2 Seconds
self timer
-
self timer
10 Seconds
self timer
-
self timer
1E+1 Seconds
self timer
-

focus mode

Single-Servo AF (AF-S)
focus mode
-
focus mode
Automatic AF (AF-A)
focus mode
-
focus mode
Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C)
focus mode
-

image capture type

Stills & Video
image capture type
-
image capture type
Stills & Video
image capture type
-
image capture type
Stills & Video
image capture type
-

recording capacity

30 Minutes
recording capacity
-
recording capacity
412344 Minutes
recording capacity
-
recording capacity
60 Minutes
recording capacity
-

touch screen type

Capacitive
touch screen type
-
touch screen type
Capacitive
touch screen type
-
touch screen type
Adaptive
touch screen type
-

battery type

1 x NB-13L Rechargeable Lithium-Ion
battery type
-
battery type
Lithium Ion
battery type
-
battery type
Lithium Ion
battery type
-

total usb 2 0 ports

1
total usb 2 0 ports
-
total usb 2 0 ports
1
total usb 2 0 ports
-
total usb 2 0 ports
1
total usb 2 0 ports
-

metering methods

Center-Weighted Average, Evaluative, Spot
metering methods
-
metering methods
Spot
metering methods
-
metering methods
Evaluative
metering methods
-

video resolution

FHD 1080p
video resolution
-
video resolution
1080p
video resolution
-
video resolution
1080p, 4K UHD 2160p
video resolution
-

continuous shooting

10 FPS
continuous shooting
-
continuous shooting
30 FPS
continuous shooting
-
continuous shooting
30 FPS
continuous shooting
-

remote included

No
remote included
-
remote included
No
remote included
-
remote included
No
remote included
-

minimum shutter speed

1/3200 Seconds
minimum shutter speed
-
minimum shutter speed
30 Seconds
minimum shutter speed
-
minimum shutter speed
0.033333333333333336 seconds
minimum shutter speed
-

write speed

10 fps
write speed
-
write speed
153 MB/s or less
write speed
-
write speed
30MB/s
write speed
-

flash memory speed class

UHS Speed Class 3
flash memory speed class
-
flash memory speed class
Class 10 or higher
flash memory speed class
-
flash memory speed class
U3
flash memory speed class
-

photo sensor resolution

20.3 MP
photo sensor resolution
-
photo sensor resolution
16 MP
photo sensor resolution
-
photo sensor resolution
64 MP
photo sensor resolution
-

viewfinder

flexible LCD
viewfinder
-
viewfinder
Electronic
viewfinder
-
viewfinder
flexible LCD
viewfinder
-

aspect ratio

16:9
aspect ratio
-
aspect ratio
1.50:1, 16:9, 4:3
aspect ratio
-
aspect ratio
1.70:1
aspect ratio
-

total usb ports

1
total usb ports
-
total usb ports
1
total usb ports
-
total usb ports
1
total usb ports
-

movie mode

Yes
movie mode
-
movie mode
Yes
movie mode
-
movie mode
Yes
movie mode
-

zoom

Digital Zoom, Optical Zoom
zoom
-
zoom
Optical Zoom
zoom
-
zoom
Digital Zoom
zoom
-

autofocus

Yes
autofocus
-
autofocus
Yes
autofocus
-
autofocus
Yes
autofocus
-

maximum shutter speed

15 Seconds
maximum shutter speed
-
maximum shutter speed
1/2000 Seconds
maximum shutter speed
-
maximum shutter speed
1 seconds
maximum shutter speed
-

memory slots available

-
memory slots available
1
memory slots available
1
memory slots available
1
memory slots available
-
memory slots available
-

flash memory installed size

-
flash memory installed size
-
flash memory installed size
128 GB
flash memory installed size
512
flash memory installed size
32 GB
flash memory installed size
-

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Our Top 3 Picks

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    Canon

    Canon Cameras US Point and Shoot Digital Camera with 3.0" LCD, Silver (2956C001)

    9.6 Zoom
    9.3 Image quality
    9.1 Simple to use

    Why we love it

    Impressive 40x optical zoom capability.
    Compact and lightweight design.
    Affordable 4K video recording.
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    Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 Digital Camera w/ 12x Optical Zoom and Image Stabilization - Wi-Fi & NFC Enabled (Silver)
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    Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 Digital Camera w/ 12x Optical Zoom and Image Stabilization - Wi-Fi & NFC Enabled (Silver)

    9.1 Zoom
    9.1 Battery Duration
    8.9 Image steadying.

    Why we love it

    12x Zoom: Capture distant shots.
    Share View: Easy sharing viewing.
    Quality: Crisp images videos.
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    3
    KODAK
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    Kodak PIXPRO FZ55-BK 16MP CMOS Sensor Digital Camera 5X Optical Zoom 28mm Wide Angle 1080P Full HD Video 2.7" LCD Vlogging Camera (Black)

    9.8 Simple to use
    9.4 Zoom
    9.4 Image steadying.

    Why we love it

    Compact and travel-friendly design.
    Easy-to-use for beginners.
    Affordable with good photo quality.

Canon Powershot Cameras Buyer's Guide

Written by Jim Williams

Introduction to Canon Powershot Cameras

Canon Powershot cameras are some of the best digital cameras on the market. They offer a wide range of features and functions that make them suitable for all types of photography, from beginner to professional. Canon Powershot cameras are well-known for their exceptional image quality, advanced shooting modes, and long battery life. They are great for capturing memories of vacations, special occasions, and everyday moments. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, Canon Powershot cameras can offer you the perfect combination of features, performance, and price.

Main Features of Canon Powershot Cameras

Canon Powershot cameras come equipped with a variety of features. They offer a wide range of resolution settings, from basic 1080p HD to 4K Ultra HD. In addition, they come with the latest technologies for improved performance, including optical image stabilization, autofocus, and DIGIC processing. They also come with a variety of shooting modes, from manual to automatic, to help you get the most out of your photos. Additionally, Canon Powershot cameras come with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, allowing you to transfer images to your phone or computer quickly and easily.

Types of Canon Powershot Cameras

Canon Powershot cameras come in a variety of types, each offering different levels of performance and features. For beginners, Canon offers a range of entry-level cameras that are easy to use and offer great value for money. For more advanced users, Canon offers a range of advanced cameras with features such as 4K recording, fast autofocus, and advanced image stabilization. For professional photographers, Canon offers a range of professional-grade cameras with features such as manual settings, RAW image capture, and dual memory card slots.

Image Quality of Canon Powershot Cameras

Canon Powershot cameras offer excellent image quality, with sharp images and accurate colors. The cameras use high-quality optics and image sensors to capture clear and detailed images. The cameras also have advanced image processing technology, which helps to reduce noise and enhance image detail. Additionally, Canon Powershot cameras offer a wide range of ISO settings, allowing you to capture images in low light conditions without compromising on image quality.

Battery Life of Canon Powershot Cameras

Canon Powershot cameras offer excellent battery life, with some models lasting up to 1000 shots on a single charge. The cameras are also equipped with an energy-saving mode, allowing you to extend the battery life even further. Additionally, Canon Powershot cameras come with an optional external battery pack, allowing you to shoot for longer periods of time without having to worry about running out of power.

Conclusion

Canon Powershot cameras offer a great combination of features, performance, and price. They are easy to use, with a wide range of shooting modes and advanced features such as 4K recording and image stabilization. They also offer excellent image quality, with sharp images and accurate colors. And, with long battery life and an optional external battery pack, you can shoot for longer periods of time without having to worry about running out of power. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, Canon Powershot cameras are an excellent choice for your photography needs.

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