Canon S120 vs Fujifilm X10

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon S120 vs Fujifilm X10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the S120 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm X10 (2/3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S120 was launched 17 months after the Fujifilm X10 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S120 grades against the Fujifilm X10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S120 and Fujifilm X10. The complete galleries are provided at Canon S120 Gallery and Fujifilm X10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon S120 features outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Fujifilm X10 has specifications of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Contrast the Canon S120 vs Fujifilm X10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S120 and the Fujifilm X10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S120 and Fujifilm X10 is 92 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S120 and Fujifilm X10.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The S120 contains the tinier sensor which will make achieving bokeh tougher. The younger S120 will have a benefit in sensor technology.