Canon G1 X vs Canon S120

Following is a detailed analysis of the Canon G1 X and Canon S120, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Canon. The resolution of the G1 X (14MP) and the S120 (12MP) is pretty close but the G1 X (1.5") and S120 (1/1.7") offer different sensor sizes.

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The G1 X was launched 20 months earlier than the S120 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Canon S120 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G1 X matches up vs the S120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G1 X and Canon PowerShot S120. The complete galleries are available at Canon G1 X Gallery and Canon S120 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G1 X has external measurements of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") and a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) whilst the Canon S120 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G1 X and Canon S120 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G1 X vs the S120.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X and S120 is 75 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The image below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X and S120.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G1 X featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon G1 X will render more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G1 X will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.