Canon S95 vs Nikon 1 S1

The following is a extensive assessment of the Canon S95 and Nikon 1 S1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the S95 (10MP) and the 1 S1 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the S95 (1/1.7") and 1 S1 (1") possess different sensor sizes.

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The S95 was revealed 3 years before the 1 S1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon S95 being a Compact camera and the Nikon 1 S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the S95 grades vs the 1 S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S95 and Nikon 1 S1. The full galleries are available at Canon S95 Gallery and Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon S95 has exterior measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 S1 has specifications of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the S95 against the 1 S1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S95 and 1 S1 is 93 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S95 and 1 S1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor dimensions. The S95 offers the tinier sensor which will make getting shallow DOF more challenging. The more aged S95 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.