Canon S110 vs Fujifilm XP90

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon S110 and Fujifilm XP90, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the S110 (12MP) and Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and the S110 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm XP90 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The S110 was brought out 4 years prior to the Fujifilm XP90 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S110 matches up versus the Fujifilm XP90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S110 & Fujifilm XP90. The entire galleries are available at Canon S110 Gallery & Fujifilm XP90 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon S110 features external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Fujifilm XP90 has specifications of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S110 versus the Fujifilm XP90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S110 and Fujifilm XP90 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S110 and Fujifilm XP90.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S110 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm XP90 will offer extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged S110 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.