Canon G5 X vs Canon S100

Below, we will be matching up the Canon G5 X versus Canon S100, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Canon. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the G5 X (20MP) and S100 (12MP) and the G5 X (1") and S100 (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The G5 X was unveiled 3 years after the S100 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon G5 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Canon S100 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the G5 X grades versus the S100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G5 X & Canon PowerShot S100. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G5 X Gallery & Canon S100 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon G5 X offers outer measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") having a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Canon S100 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the G5 X compared to the S100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G5 X and S100 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 X and S100.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G5 X having a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon G5 X will show greater detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger G5 X will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.