Canon G1 X vs Nikon S100

The following is a extended overview of the Canon G1 X versus Nikon S100, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the G1 X (14MP) and the S100 (16MP) is pretty close but the G1 X (1.5") and S100 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The G1 X was manufactured 8 months after the S100 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon S100 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the G1 X scores against the S100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G1 X and Nikon Coolpix S100. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X Gallery and Nikon S100 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G1 X enjoys physical measurements of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") along with a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) while the Nikon S100 has specifications of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Canon G1 X versus Nikon S100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the G1 X versus the S100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X and S100 is 75 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X and S100.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G1 X featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S100 will render extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher G1 X will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.