Canon G1 X II vs Fujifilm XF10

In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon G1 X II versus Fujifilm XF10, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the G1 X II (13MP) and Fujifilm XF10 (24MP) and the G1 X II (1.5") and Fujifilm XF10 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X II was manufactured 5 years before the Fujifilm XF10 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the G1 X II grades vs the Fujifilm XF10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II & Fujifilm XF10. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G1 X II Gallery & Fujifilm XF10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G1 X II offers external dimensions of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") with a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Fujifilm XF10 has measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 279 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the G1 X II vs the Fujifilm XF10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G1 X II and Fujifilm XF10 is 76 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 X II and Fujifilm XF10.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G1 X II because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Fujifilm XF10 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older G1 X II will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.