Canon R vs Nikon S100

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon R vs Nikon S100, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the R (30MP) and S100 (16MP) and the R (Full frame) and S100 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The R was released 7 years later than the S100 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon S100 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the R grades against the S100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R & Nikon Coolpix S100. The complete galleries are provided at Canon R Gallery & Nikon S100 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon R offers external measurements of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Nikon S100 has specifications of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the R against the S100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R and S100 is 62 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the R and S100.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon R will give you more detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern R is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.