Canon G15 vs Sony S2100

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon G15 versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the G15 (1/1.7") and S2100 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The G15 was brought out 2 years after the S2100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the G15 grades against the S2100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G15 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G15 comes with outer 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 Sony S2100 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Canon G15 versus Sony S2100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the G15 compared to the S2100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G15 and S2100 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G15 and S2100.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same megapixels but different sensor sizes. The G15 has got the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The more recent G15 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.