Canon G7 X vs Canon S110

Following is a extensive review of the Canon G7 X vs Canon S110, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Canon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and S110 (12MP) and the G7 X (1") and S110 (1/1.7") provide different sensor sizing.

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The G7 X was announced 2 years after the S110 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Canon S110 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the G7 X matches up versus the S110 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G7 X and Canon PowerShot S110. The whole galleries are available at Canon G7 X Gallery and Canon S110 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G7 X has exterior dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Canon S110 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Canon G7 X vs Canon S110 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the G7 X versus the S110.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X and S110 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 X and S110.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G7 X using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Canon G7 X will give you greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent G7 X should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.