Canon R100 vs Nikon 1 S1
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Canon R100 vs Nikon 1 S1 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 356g - 116 x 86 x 69mm
- Introduced May 2023
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- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 197g - 102 x 61 x 30mm
- Launched June 2013
- Replacement is Nikon 1 S2

Canon R100 vs Nikon 1 S1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon R100 versus Nikon 1 S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the R100 (24MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the R100 (APS-C) and 1 S1 (1") feature totally different sensor measurements.

The R100 was revealed 10 years later than the 1 S1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon R100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the R100 matches up vs the 1 S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon R100 vs Nikon 1 S1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R100 and Nikon 1 S1. The full galleries are available at Canon R100 Gallery and Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R100 over the Nikon 1 S1
R100 | 1 S1 | |||
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Launched | May 2023 | ![]() | June 2013 | More recent by 121 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Canon R100
1 S1 | R100 |
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Common features in the Canon R100 and Nikon 1 S1
R100 | 1 S1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon R100 vs Nikon 1 S1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon R100 enjoys exterior measurements of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 S1 has sizing of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Canon R100 versus Nikon 1 S1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the R100 vs the 1 S1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R100 and 1 S1 is 76 and 92 respectively.

Canon R100 vs Nikon 1 S1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the R100 and 1 S1.
Clearly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The R100 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon R100 will offer you more detail because of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger R100 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Canon R100 vs Nikon 1 S1 Screen and ViewFinder


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