Canon G1 X vs Nikon P310

Here, we are reviewing the Canon G1 X and Nikon P310, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the G1 X (14MP) and the P310 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the G1 X (1.5") and P310 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X was launched 2 months earlier than the P310 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon P310 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the G1 X matches up versus the P310 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Nikon Coolpix P310. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X Gallery & Nikon P310 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon G1 X enjoys outside dimensions of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") and a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) and the Nikon P310 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the G1 X vs the P310.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X and P310 is 75 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 X and P310.

Clearly, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G1 X featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon P310 will give more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.