Canon Powershot V1 - the vlog compact now also released in Europe

 Stockholm, 2025-03-26 - Canon today launches three exciting products, specially designed for content creators who want to enhance their filmmaking experiences. The PowerShot V1 is a pocket-sized camera with a built-in ultra-wide-angle lens - for vloggers and creators who want performance without unnecessary weight. The EOS R50 V is a camera with interchangeable lenses and advanced filmmaking features that unlock the full creative potential. And finally, the RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ, which is Canon's first RF lens with built-in Power Zoom and delivers smooth results with a professional look. All these products are specially developed for creators - from vloggers and livestreamers to documentary filmmakers and social media influencers - to achieve high-quality results in a compact and functional design. Morten Nørremølle, Country Director - Nordic & Baltic, Canon Imaging Technologies & Communications Group (ITCG): “We have previously launched cameras for content creators such as the Canon PowerShot V10, Canon EOS R50, and Canon EOS M50 Mark II, and today we are proud to add two new camera models to our range, where filming is even more in focus. The cameras have professional film features that are directly taken from the professional film world, such as C-Log 3 and advanced film formats. At the same time, the features have been made easy to use so that all creators can take their content to the next level. We see a clear demand for compact cameras with professional film features for the next generation of creative storytellers.” 

PowerShot V1: a compact camera for creators on the go 

The PowerShot V1 is a powerful 4k camera with a host of intuitive filmmaking features. Perfect for anyone who wants to bring a lightweight camera, which also has a built-in 

ultra-wide-angle lens for easy selfie-taking, a large sensor for natural subject separation, and high-quality, crystal-clear audio. With intelligent autofocus and advanced stabilization technology for shake-free filming, it is perfect for vloggers on the go. The PowerShot V1 is both advanced and easy to handle. With a tiltable touchscreen for intuitive control, it is a fantastic companion for creators who want performance without unnecessary baggage. 

Quality that no one scrolls past 

The PowerShot V1 delivers extended 4k recordings thanks to an active cooling system for longer recordings - ideal for vloggers or livestreamers who need extended shooting capacity. The camera supports 4k 60p1 which ensures high-resolution video recordings and Full HD 120p for smooth slow-motion recording. It also has Canon's intelligent autofocus system Dual Pixel CMOS AF II. Creators can reliably track themselves and moving subjects in the frame and maintain sharp focus with minimal effort, even in fast-paced recording environments. A large 1.4-inch sensor enhances performance in low light, and the built-in 16-50 mm f/2.8-4.5 lens provides a flexible zoom range, from wide-angle selfies to detailed close-ups. 

Compact and simple 

The PowerShot V1 weighs only 374 grams and fits in your pocket - perfect for use on the go. It has optical image stabilization2 for comfortable handheld recording, an ever-growing need among vloggers and travel creators who demand high-quality results. The PowerShot V1 also has a built-in microphone with noise reduction, delivering clear and distinct audio even in tough environments. Even better quality is achieved by connecting an external microphone and monitoring audio levels in real-time via the headphone jack. The PowerShot V1 is designed to streamline the content creation process, especially if you are alone during shooting. Via the tiltable screen, it is easy to make adjustments, or a Bluetooth remote control can be connected for remote shooting. The camera also supports Wi-Fi and USB connection for quick file transfers. 

Key features - PowerShot V1: 

• Pocket-sized and lightweight, 374 g 

• Built-in lens 16-50mm f/2.8-4.5 

• Large 1.4-inch sensor 

• 4k 60p video1 

• Full HD 120p 

• Dual Pixel CMOS AF II 

• Optical image stabilization up to 5 stops2 

• Movie digital IS 

• Canon Log 3 

The PowerShot V1 will be available from April 2025 with a recommended price including VAT of 11,799 kronor. More information about the new PowerShot V1 can be found at: https://www.canon.se/cameras/powershot-v1/ https://www.canon.se/cameras/powershot-v1/specifications/ 

EOS R50 V: a camera with interchangeable lenses for creative photography 

The EOS R50 V is aimed at content creators who want to go even further - with the freedom that interchangeable lenses provide, with great filmmaking features like Canon Log 3, custom color profiles, and intelligent autofocus. Here, control over appearance and feel is greater. The EOS R50 V delivers oversampled 4k video and professional audio control to ambitious creators who want to elevate both their storytelling and their brand. The EOS R50 V can be adapted for many different shots, from livestreaming and vlogging to film projects and content for social media. It has a special vertical tripod mount and aspect ratio markers, creating a perfect composition on all platforms. 

Creative build 

With the EOS R50 V, everyone can find a lens that suits their vision - whether it's capturing cinematic landscapes for travel vlogs or intricate close-ups for demonstrations or courses. Using picture styles, color filters, and film modes for slow and fast motion, creators can tailor their own styles. The EOS R50 V delivers high-quality results with the help of an advanced 24-megapixel sensor and Canon's intelligent autofocus, Dual Pixel CMOS AF II. It records 4k 60p1 and 4k 30p with 6k oversampling for extra detail. Canon Log 3 provides even more creative control through precise color grading in post-production. And with 4-channel audio recording, multiple audio sources are captured for interviews, podcasts, or setups with multiple microphones. 

Solo recordings made easy 

Filming alone can be tricky, but with the EOS R50 V, it's a breeze. The camera has a tiltable touchscreen for easy setting adjustments and a forward-facing recording button to start recording. It can also be used together 

with the RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ lens (see below), which has a built-in Power Zoom controlled via the camera's zoom lever and provides smooth focal length transitions. With the EOS R50 V, it's also quick to transfer content to smartphones and computers via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or USB, for fast editing or sharing. The dedicated LIVE button makes it extra convenient to quickly access livestreaming options. The EOS R50 V is compatible with Canon's Live Switcher Mobile App, for easy streaming from multiple cameras with custom layouts and direct streaming to YouTube or Facebook - all from a mobile device. 

Key features - EOS R50 V: 

• Interchangeable RF lenses 

• 24-megapixel APS-C sensor 

• 4k 60p1 

• 4k 30p, with 6k oversampling 

• Full HD 120p 

• Canon Log 3 

• Dual Pixel CMOS autofocus 

The EOS R50 V will be available from the end of April 2025 with a recommended price including VAT of 8,949 kronor. 

More information about the new EOS R50 V can be found at: https://www.canon.se/cameras/eos-r50v/ https://www.canon.se/cameras/eos-r50v/specifications/ 

RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ: A compact lens with a wide angle and built-in Power Zoom 

The RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ enhances content, whether it's vlogging, livestreaming, or creating films with a cinematic feel. The lens has a built-in Power Zoom that provides smooth focal length transitions and advanced stabilization for shake-free handheld shooting. Together with silent autofocus, it is ideal for creators who want a flexible and compact lens for filmmaking. When the lens is used with the EOS R50 V, Power Zoom can be controlled by using the camera's zoom lever - but it is also compatible with all cameras in the EOS R system. 

Smooth, stable, and ultra-wide 

The RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ is Canon's first lens with built-in Power Zoom, delivering precise, controlled focal length transitions with different speeds in two steps and 15 adjustable levels. Optical image stabilization2 ensures shake-free shots, even when walking, and UD glass and aspherical lenses as well as Super Spectra coating create exceptional sharpness. It's easy to switch between ultra-wide-angle and close-ups with a flexible zoom range of 14-30 mm. And with a minimum focusing distance of 15 cm, small details are easily captured - whether it's close-ups of crafts, collectibles, or products. The design is slim and simple, with a combined lens and focus ring for quick setting adjustments. And there are no controls on the lens to prevent accidental changes to autofocus and image stabilization. 

Quiet and compact 

Quiet stepper motor technology for autofocusing creates smooth tracking with minimal noise - perfect for vlogging. The RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ is also lightweight and compact - only 181 grams and without protruding parts. It stands stable on tripods and gimbals when zooming, perfect for livestreaming modes. The zoom can also be remotely controlled via a