Canon G7 X vs Nikon S630

Here is a complete analysis of the Canon G7 X vs Nikon S630, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and S630 (12MP) and the G7 X (1") and S630 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The G7 X was launched 5 years later than the S630 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon S630 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the G7 X matches up vs the S630 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G7 X and Nikon Coolpix S630. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X Gallery and Nikon S630 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon G7 X has got outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Nikon S630 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the G7 X versus the S630.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X and S630 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 X and S630.

All in all, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G7 X featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon G7 X will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher G7 X should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.