Canon N100 vs Canon S95

On this page, we are matching up the Canon N100 vs Canon S95, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Canon. The resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the S95 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/1.7").

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The N100 was introduced 3 years later than the S95 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the N100 grades vs the S95 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N100 & Canon PowerShot S95. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon N100 Gallery & Canon S95 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon N100 offers outside dimensions of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Canon S95 has sizing of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the N100 vs the S95.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the N100 and S95 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The visual here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the N100 and S95.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon N100 to show extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger N100 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.