Canon S120 vs Sony S950

Here is a in-depth overview of the Canon S120 versus Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the S120 (1/1.7") and S950 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The S120 was launched 4 years later than the S950 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S120 grades against the S950 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The complete galleries are available at Canon S120 Gallery & Sony S950 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon S120 has got external dimensions 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 Sony S950 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S120 against the S950.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S120 and S950 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The graphic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S120 and S950.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S120 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon S120 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent S120 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.