Canon S100 vs Canon S95

Here, we are evaluating the Canon S100 vs Canon S95, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both built by Canon. The image resolution of the S100 (12MP) and the S95 (10MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/1.7").

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The S100 was manufactured 14 months later than the S95 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S100 grades versus the S95 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S100 and Canon PowerShot S95. The entire galleries are provided at Canon S100 Gallery and Canon S95 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon S100 offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Canon S95 has sizing of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S100 compared to the S95.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and S95 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The visual underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and S95.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon S100 to render greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger S100 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.