Canon N100 vs Fujifilm XP80

Following is a complete assessment of the Canon N100 versus Fujifilm XP80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the N100 (12MP) and Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and the N100 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm XP80 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The N100 was launched 12 months prior to the Fujifilm XP80 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the N100 matches up versus the Fujifilm XP80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot N100 and Fujifilm XP80. The complete galleries are available at Canon N100 Gallery and Fujifilm XP80 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon N100 offers exterior dimensions of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP80 has specifications of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Canon N100 versus Fujifilm XP80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the N100 against the Fujifilm XP80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the N100 and Fujifilm XP80 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the N100 and Fujifilm XP80.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The N100 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm XP80 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged N100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.