Canon G1 X vs Nikon S80

Below is a extended overview of the Canon G1 X vs Nikon S80, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the G1 X (14MP) and the S80 (14MP) is very comparable but the G1 X (1.5") and S80 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The G1 X was launched 19 months later than the S80 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon S80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the G1 X grades versus the S80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Nikon Coolpix S80. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X Gallery & Nikon S80 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G1 X enjoys outer dimensions 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 S80 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the G1 X versus the S80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X and S80 is 75 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X and S80.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The G1 X has the larger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The younger G1 X will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.