Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm S1

Lets look more closely at the Canon G7 X vs Fujifilm S1, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the G7 X (1") and Fujifilm S1 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The G7 X was manufactured 9 months after the Fujifilm S1 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the G7 X matches up against the Fujifilm S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X & Fujifilm FinePix S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X Gallery & Fujifilm S1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G7 X has got exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S1 has proportions of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the G7 X compared to the Fujifilm S1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X and Fujifilm S1 is 88 and 60 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The picture below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 X and Fujifilm S1.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G7 X featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon G7 X will give you more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent G7 X will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.