Canon G1 X II vs Fujifilm X-S10

Here, we are matching up the Canon G1 X II vs Fujifilm X-S10, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the G1 X II (13MP) and Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and the G1 X II (1.5") and Fujifilm X-S10 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X II was unveiled 7 years before the Fujifilm X-S10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon G1 X II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G1 X II scores against the Fujifilm X-S10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II and Fujifilm X-S10. The full galleries are provided at Canon G1 X II Gallery and Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G1 X II provides outside measurements of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") along with a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-S10 has measurements of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

See the Canon G1 X II vs Fujifilm X-S10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G1 X II against the Fujifilm X-S10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G1 X II and Fujifilm X-S10 is 76 and 73 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X II and Fujifilm X-S10.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G1 X II having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Fujifilm X-S10 will resolve extra detail having an extra 13MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older G1 X II is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.