Canon G7 X vs Nikon AW100

The following is a detailed assessment of the Canon G7 X and Nikon AW100, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and AW100 (16MP) and the G7 X (1") and AW100 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The G7 X was revealed 3 years after the AW100 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon AW100 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the G7 X grades versus the AW100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G7 X and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The full galleries are provided at Canon G7 X Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon G7 X features outside dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW100 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the G7 X compared to the AW100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G7 X and AW100 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 X and AW100.

As you can see, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G7 X using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon G7 X will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer G7 X provides an edge in sensor tech.