Canon A3100 IS vs Panasonic S1

Below, we will be comparing the Canon A3100 IS and Panasonic S1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the A3100 IS (12MP) and S1 (24MP) and the A3100 IS (1/2.3") and S1 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor size.

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The A3100 IS was brought out 10 years before the S1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon A3100 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the A3100 IS matches up against the S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A3100 IS Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3100 IS features physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A3100 IS and Panasonic S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the A3100 IS against the S1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3100 IS and S1 is 94 and 54 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A3100 IS and S1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The A3100 IS due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic S1 will give extra detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged A3100 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.