Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100S
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Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-72mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 399g - 115 x 78 x 51mm
- Launched October 2017
- Replaced the Canon G1 X II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 445g - 127 x 74 x 54mm
- Introduced July 2013
- Superseded the Fujifilm X100
- Updated by Fujifilm X100T

Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100S Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon G1 X III and Fujifilm X100S, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the G1 X III (24MP) and Fujifilm X100S (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

The G1 X III was unveiled 4 years after the Fujifilm X100S which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the G1 X III grades versus the Fujifilm X100S in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100S Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III & Fujifilm X100S. The full galleries are available at Canon G1 X III Gallery & Fujifilm X100S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G1 X III over the Fujifilm X100S
G1 X III | Fujifilm X100S | |||
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Introduced | October 2017 | ![]() | July 2013 | Newer by 52 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100S over the Canon G1 X III
Fujifilm X100S | G1 X III |
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Common features in the Canon G1 X III and Fujifilm X100S
G1 X III | Fujifilm X100S | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100S Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G1 X III offers 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) while the Fujifilm X100S has dimensions of 127mm x 74mm x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Check out the Canon G1 X III and Fujifilm X100S in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the G1 X III against the Fujifilm X100S.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X III and Fujifilm X100S is 82 and 80 respectively.

Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100S Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The image here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X III and Fujifilm X100S.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon G1 X III to show extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer G1 X III will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100S Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G1 X III vs Fujifilm X100S Specifications
Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III | Fujifilm X100S | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III | Fujifilm X100S |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2017-10-25 | 2013-07-29 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 7 | EXR II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4896 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-72mm (3.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.0 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 2,350k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 90 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.5x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 9.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, sl0w synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 399 gr (0.88 lb) | 445 gr (0.98 lb) |
Dimensions | 115 x 78 x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") | 127 x 74 x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | 330 photos |
Battery form | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-95 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $1,299 | $1,299 |