Canon G15 vs Fujifilm X100

Let's look more closely at the Canon G15 and Fujifilm X100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) is fairly similar but the G15 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm X100 (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The G15 was manufactured 17 months after the Fujifilm X100 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon G15 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm X100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G15 scores against the Fujifilm X100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G15 & Fujifilm FinePix X100. The entire galleries are available at Canon G15 Gallery & Fujifilm X100 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G15 features physical 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 Fujifilm X100 has proportions of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G15 against the Fujifilm X100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G15 and Fujifilm X100 is 86 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G15 and Fujifilm X100.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The G15 features the tinier sensor which should make obtaining bokeh harder. The fresher G15 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.