Canon G1 X vs Nikon A10

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon G1 X vs Nikon A10, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the G1 X (14MP) and the A10 (16MP) is pretty similar but the G1 X (1.5") and A10 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X was brought out 4 years before the A10 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon A10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the G1 X grades vs the A10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G1 X and Nikon Coolpix A10. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X Gallery and Nikon A10 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G1 X comes with external measurements of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") having a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) and the Nikon A10 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Canon G1 X vs Nikon A10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the G1 X against the A10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X and A10 is 75 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 X and A10.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G1 X due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Nikon A10 will deliver greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older G1 X is going to be behind in sensor innovation.