Canon Unveils Compact Vlogging Camera: SA Price, Details

Canon South Africa has introduced the PowerShot V10, a lightweight and easy-to-use camera designed with vlogging in mind.

The key benefit of the 211-gram PowerShot V10 is having a simplified pocket-sized camera system that delivers an extremely portable option, high-quality video, great audio capabilities, a built-in stand, and some extra features to make producing professional-looking content as easy as possible.

Video features

The PowerShot V10 features a large 1-inch CMOS sensor capable of delivering 4K video quality, while also offering stills shooting capabilities. For added cinematic atmosphere, creators can quickly switch up the ambience using any 14 included colour filter effects and Smooth Skin mode.

The Movie Digital IS mode is ideal for handheld videography as it helps with avoiding camera shake, offering sharper, cleaner footage with more detail and clarity.

Matching the broad capabilities of various social media platforms, the PowerShot V10 can shoot in both orientations and record up to an hour of continuous video. On top of this, its auto-level feature can help keep your video straight and avoid slanted clips, reducing the time needed to edit your content.

Built-in microphone

Perfect for any outdoor or urban environment, the PowerShot V10 is equipped with two large stereo microphones designed for narration and a third audio noise reduction microphone. On top of the built-in wind filter, an optional windshield can be purchased as part of the advanced accessories kit, further improving sound quality in outdoor conditions.

Display & Stand

Housed in a vertical body and designed with simplicity in mind, the PowerShot V10 can be operated almost completely single-handedly. Equipped with a 2.0-inch LCD touchscreen which you can flip to the front, perfect for self-vlogging or recording others, it lends itself to handheld shooting, allowing you to easily capture emotions and create that intimacy between you and your viewers. The built-in stand gives you the option to record more free-standing content like cooking tutorials, hauls or popular formats like ‘Get Ready With Me’, ‘Unboxing’, ‘AMA’ or listicle videos.

Connectivity and ports

The PowerShot V10 is fully compatible with Canon Camera Connect app, so you can transfer your videos to a smartphone or tablet over Wi-Fi. It includes both HDMI and USB ports for easy transfers to a laptop or PC, or to use as a webcam. It also charges via USB-C.

Pricing and Accessories

The Canon PowerShot V10 can be purchased as part of two different bundles. The standard kit, with power cable, soft case, lens cap, windshield and wrist strap, retails at RRP R9,699. For those who want more creative options, an advanced kit, designed in collaboration with SmallRig, includes a cage which can be used to attach a ring light or hold an external microphone (RRP of R11,999).