Canon S100 vs Fujifilm XF1

Let's look closer at the Canon S100 and Fujifilm XF1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the S100 (12MP) and the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) is very similar but the S100 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The S100 was introduced 9 months earlier than the Fujifilm XF1 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S100 grades against the Fujifilm XF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S100 & Fujifilm XF1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon S100 Gallery & Fujifilm XF1 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon S100 comes with outer measurements 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 Fujifilm XF1 has dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).

Contrast the Canon S100 and Fujifilm XF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S100 versus the Fujifilm XF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S100 and Fujifilm XF1 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The picture underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S100 and Fujifilm XF1.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The S100 includes the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF harder. The more aged S100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.