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Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100

Portability
82
Imaging
67
Features
74
Overall
69
Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III front
 
Fujifilm FinePix X100 front
Portability
80
Imaging
53
Features
36
Overall
46

Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100 Key Specs

Canon G1 X III
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-72mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 399g - 115 x 78 x 51mm
  • Released October 2017
  • Superseded the Canon G1 X II
Fujifilm X100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35mm (F2.0) lens
  • 445g - 126 x 75 x 54mm
  • Announced May 2011
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X100S
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Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100 Overview

The following is a detailed comparison of the Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the G1 X III (24MP) and Fujifilm X100 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The G1 X III was brought out 6 years after the Fujifilm X100 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G1 X III grades versus the Fujifilm X100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon G1 X III over the Fujifilm X100

 G1 X III Fujifilm X100 
AnnouncedOctober 2017May 2011Newer by 79 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimensions3"2.8"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution1040k460kSharper display (+580k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100 over the Canon G1 X III

 Fujifilm X100 G1 X III 

Common features in the Canon G1 X III and Fujifilm X100

 G1 X III Fujifilm X100 
Manually focus Very exact focusing
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G1 X III features exterior dimensions of 115mm x 78mm x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X100 has sizing of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the G1 X III against the Fujifilm X100.

Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G1 X III and Fujifilm X100 is 82 and 80 respectively.

Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100 top view buttons comparison

Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The picture below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 X III and Fujifilm X100.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon G1 X III to show greater detail having its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent G1 X III provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100 sensor size comparison

Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G1 X III Portrait photography features
Fujifilm X100 Portrait photography features
80
focusing manually
MP count good (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detect focusing
exports RAW files
61
you can focus manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
sensor resolution low (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Canon G1 X III as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm X100 as a Street photography camera
85
fully articulated screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
supports touch to focus
environment proofing
above average high ISO (25,600)
63
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon G1 X III Sports photography factors
Fujifilm X100 Sports photography factors
76
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
environment proofing
supports phase detect AF
terrible battery power (200 CIPA)
34
good sensor size (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
slow fps (5.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon G1 X III as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm X100 as a Travel photography camera
72
environment proofing
has bluetooth
supports touch to focus
MP count good (24MP)
flash built-in
quite wide (24mm)
terrible battery power (200 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
58
built-in flash
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
does not have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G1 X III as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm X100 as a Landscape photography camera
72
focusing manually
quite wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
above average high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW files
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
terrible battery power (200 shots)
56
you can focus manually
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
pretty good screen size (2.8 inch)
good sensor size (APS-C)
no anti-alias filter
exports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G1 X III Vlogging highlights
Fujifilm X100 Vlogging highlights
35
quite wide (24mm)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have mic socket
25
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic support
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Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G1 X III and Fujifilm X100
 Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark IIIFujifilm FinePix X100
General Information
Manufacturer Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III Fujifilm FinePix X100
Type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Released 2017-10-25 2011-05-16
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 7 EXR
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor area 332.3mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 6000 x 4000 4288 x 2848
Max native ISO 25600 12800
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 49 49
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-72mm (3.0x) 35mm (1x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.6 f/2.0
Macro focusing distance 10cm 10cm
Crop factor 1.6 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 2.8 inches
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic and Optical (tunnel)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 1,440 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 90%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.5x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 9.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 9.00 m (at Auto ISO) 9.00 m
Flash modes Auto, on, sl0w synchro, off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC 1280 x 720 (24 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 399g (0.88 lb) 445g (0.98 lb)
Physical dimensions 115 x 78 x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") 126 x 75 x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 73
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.9
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 1001
Other
Battery life 200 photos 300 photos
Battery style Built-in Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-95
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail price $1,299 $1,800