Canon S120 vs Sony RX100 V

Here, we are analyzing the Canon S120 and Sony RX100 V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the S120 (12MP) and RX100 V (20MP) and the S120 (1/1.7") and RX100 V (1") have different sensor dimensions.

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The S120 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the RX100 V and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon S120 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S120 matches up against the RX100 V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The full galleries are available at Canon S120 Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon S120 has physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony RX100 V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S120 and Sony RX100 V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the S120 against the RX100 V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S120 and RX100 V is 92 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S120 and RX100 V.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S120 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX100 V will deliver extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older S120 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.