Canon G1 X II vs Samsung NX100

The following is a detailed comparison of the Canon G1 X II and Samsung NX100, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the G1 X II (13MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is pretty comparable but the G1 X II (1.5") and NX100 (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

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The G1 X II was launched 3 years after the NX100 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon G1 X II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G1 X II scores vs the NX100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II & Samsung NX100. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G1 X II Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G1 X II comes with outside dimensions of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") having a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Samsung NX100 has specifications of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Canon G1 X II and Samsung NX100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the G1 X II against the NX100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X II and NX100 is 76 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 X II and NX100.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G1 X II featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX100 will show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent G1 X II provides an edge in sensor innovation.