Canon 40D vs Canon G1 X II

Lets look much closer at the Canon 40D vs Canon G1 X II, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Canon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the 40D (10MP) and G1 X II (13MP) and the 40D (APS-C) and G1 X II (1.5") boast different sensor sizes.

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The 40D was introduced 7 years earlier than the G1 X II which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon 40D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon G1 X II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 40D grades vs the G1 X II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 40D and Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II. The whole galleries are available at Canon 40D Gallery and Canon G1 X II Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 40D provides outer dimensions of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) whilst the Canon G1 X II has specifications of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") along with a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 40D vs Canon G1 X II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the 40D versus the G1 X II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 40D and G1 X II is 57 and 76 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The pic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 40D and G1 X II.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 40D having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon G1 X II will result in extra detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged 40D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.