Canon S100 vs Olympus XZ-1

Below is a extensive overview of the Canon S100 vs Olympus XZ-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S100 (12MP) and the XZ-1 (10MP) is fairly close but the S100 (1/1.7") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") possess different sensor sizing.

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The S100 was revealed 11 months later than the XZ-1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the S100 matches up versus the XZ-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S100 and Olympus XZ-1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon S100 Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon S100 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Olympus XZ-1 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S100 vs the XZ-1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S100 and XZ-1 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through specifications. The photograph below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S100 and XZ-1.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S100 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Canon S100 will render extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent S100 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.