Canon S100 vs Fujifilm XP60

Here, we are evaluating the Canon S100 vs Fujifilm XP60, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S100 (12MP) and Fujifilm XP60 (16MP) and the S100 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm XP60 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The S100 was brought out 18 months prior to the Fujifilm XP60 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the S100 scores versus the Fujifilm XP60 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S100 & Fujifilm FinePix XP60. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon S100 Gallery & Fujifilm XP60 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon S100 has got outside dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Fujifilm XP60 has sizing of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S100 vs the Fujifilm XP60.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and Fujifilm XP60 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S100 and Fujifilm XP60.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S100 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm XP60 will deliver extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged S100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.