Canon G15 vs Canon S110
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93 Imaging
37 Features
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Canon G15 vs Canon S110 Key Specs
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 198g - 99 x 59 x 27mm
- Announced September 2012
- Succeeded the Canon S100
- Replacement is Canon S120

Canon G15 vs Canon S110 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon G15 vs Canon S110, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are designed by Canon. The sensor resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the S110 (12MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/1.7").

The G15 was manufactured around the same time to the S110 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the G15 grades versus the S110 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon G15 vs Canon S110 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G15 and Canon PowerShot S110. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G15 Gallery and Canon S110 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G15 over the Canon S110
G15 | S110 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Canon S110 over the Canon G15
S110 | G15 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon G15 and Canon S110
G15 | S110 | |||
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Announced | September 2012 | ![]() | September 2012 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon G15 vs Canon S110 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G15 has got exterior measurements of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") along with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Canon S110 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check out the Canon G15 vs Canon S110 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the G15 and the S110.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G15 and S110 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Canon G15 vs Canon S110 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G15 and S110.
Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Canon G15 vs Canon S110 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G15 vs Canon S110 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot S110 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot S110 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-09-17 | 2012-09-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | Digic 5 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT PureColor II G LCD | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 352 gr (0.78 lb) | 198 gr (0.44 lb) |
Dimensions | 107 x 76 x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 99 x 59 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 46 | 48 |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.9 | 20.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | 165 | 168 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 200 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-10L | NB-5L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $499 | $299 |