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Canon A1100 IS vs Canon G12

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Canon PowerShot A1100 IS front
 
Canon PowerShot G12 front
Portability
83
Imaging
35
Features
50
Overall
41

Canon A1100 IS vs Canon G12 Key Specs

Canon A1100 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
  • 150g - 95 x 62 x 31mm
  • Released February 2009
Canon G12
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 2.8" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
  • 401g - 112 x 76 x 48mm
  • Released January 2011
  • Previous Model is Canon G11
  • New Model is Canon G15
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Canon A1100 IS vs Canon G12 Overview

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon A1100 IS versus Canon G12, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Canon. The resolution of the A1100 IS (12MP) and the G12 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the A1100 IS (1/2.3") and G12 (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The A1100 IS was introduced 23 months earlier than the G12 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A1100 IS grades versus the G12 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon A1100 IS over the Canon G12

 A1100 IS G12 

Reasons to pick Canon G12 over the Canon A1100 IS

 G12 A1100 IS 
ReleasedJanuary 2011February 2009Newer by 23 months
Manually focus Dial exact focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen sizing2.8"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k115kClearer screen (+346k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Canon A1100 IS and Canon G12

 A1100 IS G12 
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Canon A1100 IS vs Canon G12 Physical Comparison

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1100 IS offers outer measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Canon G12 has dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs).

Analyze the Canon A1100 IS versus Canon G12 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the A1100 IS against the G12.

Canon A1100 IS vs Canon G12 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1100 IS and G12 is 93 and 83 respectively.

Canon A1100 IS vs Canon G12 top view buttons comparison

Canon A1100 IS vs Canon G12 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The pic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1100 IS and G12.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The A1100 IS using its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Canon A1100 IS will give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged A1100 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A1100 IS vs Canon G12 sensor size comparison

Canon A1100 IS vs Canon G12 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A1100 IS vs Canon G12 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Portrait photography factors
Canon G12 Portrait photography factors
26
features face detect focus
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
47
has manual focus
high flash sync (1/2,000 seconds)
offers face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/1.7")
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Street Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Street photography factors
Canon G12 Street photography factors
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
64
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW files
very small sensor size (1/1.7")
more heavy than others in class (401 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Sports photography highlights
Canon G12 Sports photography highlights
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
better than average battery pack (370 shots)
low fps (1.0 fps)
resolution not great (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/1.7")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Travel photography features
Canon G12 Travel photography features
50
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
60
better than average battery pack (370 per charge)
has built in flash
selfie friendly display
relatively wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
more heavy than others in class (401 grams)
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Landscape photography details
Canon G12 Landscape photography details
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
lack of manual exposure
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
49
has manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
screen size is good (2.8 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW files
better than average battery pack (370 per charge)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/1.7")
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Vlogging features
Canon G12 Vlogging features
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic port
60
relatively wide (28mm)
selfie friendly display
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection autofocus
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone port
more heavy than others in class (401 grams)
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Canon A1100 IS vs Canon G12 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A1100 IS and Canon G12
 Canon PowerShot A1100 ISCanon PowerShot G12
General Information
Make Canon Canon
Model Canon PowerShot A1100 IS Canon PowerShot G12
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-02-18 2011-01-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Digic 4 Digic 4
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/1.7"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 7.44 x 5.58mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 41.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.7-5.6 f/2.8-4.5
Macro focus range 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 4.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display diagonal 2.5" 2.8"
Display resolution 115k dot 461k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (tunnel) Optical (tunnel)
Features
Min shutter speed 15 secs 15 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.00 m 7.00 m
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/2000 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 150 grams (0.33 lb) 401 grams (0.88 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") 112 x 76 x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 47
DXO Color Depth score not tested 20.4
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.2
DXO Low light score not tested 161
Other
Battery life - 370 photographs
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model 2 x AA NB-7L
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $160 $600