Canon G15 vs Canon S100

Here, we are reviewing the Canon G15 and Canon S100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are created by Canon. The resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the S100 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/1.7").

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The G15 was released 9 months later than the S100 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the G15 grades versus the S100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G15 & Canon PowerShot S100. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G15 Gallery & Canon S100 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon G15 offers outside dimensions of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Canon S100 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G15 and Canon S100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the G15 compared to the S100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G15 and S100 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Often, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G15 and S100.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of images though you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher G15 should have an advantage in sensor tech.