Canon S100 vs Sony WX50

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon S100 versus Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the S100 (12MP) and WX50 (16MP) and the S100 (1/1.7") and WX50 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The S100 was introduced about the same time to the WX50 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S100 grades against the WX50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S100 Gallery & Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon S100 provides outside dimensions 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 Sony WX50 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S100 versus the WX50.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and WX50 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The image underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S100 and WX50.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S100 with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony WX50 will offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively.