Canon S100 vs Canon SX610 HS

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon S100 vs Canon SX610 HS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Canon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the S100 (12MP) and SX610 HS (20MP) and the S100 (1/1.7") and SX610 HS (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The S100 was revealed 4 years before the SX610 HS and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S100 matches up versus the SX610 HS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S100 & Canon PowerShot SX610 HS. The full galleries are available at Canon S100 Gallery & Canon SX610 HS Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon S100 offers exterior measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Canon SX610 HS has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S100 vs Canon SX610 HS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the S100 and the SX610 HS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S100 and SX610 HS is 93 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and SX610 HS.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S100 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon SX610 HS will resolve extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The older S100 is going to be behind in sensor technology.