Canon S120 vs Panasonic S1

Lets take a closer look at the Canon S120 versus Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the S120 (1/1.7") and S1 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The S120 was launched 2 years after the S1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S120 grades against the S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon S120 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon S120 has outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic S1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S120 versus Panasonic S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S120 against the S1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S120 and S1 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S120 and S1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The S120 offers the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh simpler. The younger S120 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.