Canon D30 vs Canon G12

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon D30 vs Canon G12, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Canon. The image resolution of the D30 (12MP) and the G12 (10MP) is fairly similar but the D30 (1/2.3") and G12 (1/1.7") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D30 was released 3 years after the G12 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the D30 grades vs the G12 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D30 and Canon PowerShot G12. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon D30 Gallery and Canon G12 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon D30 features outer measurements of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Canon G12 has proportions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs).

Contrast the Canon D30 vs Canon G12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the D30 versus the G12.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the D30 and G12 is 91 and 83 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The pic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D30 and G12.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D30 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon D30 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent D30 will have an advantage in sensor technology.