Canon G1 X vs Canon G11

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon G1 X vs Canon G11, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Canon. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the G1 X (14MP) and G11 (10MP) and the G1 X (1.5") and G11 (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X was introduced 2 years later than the G11 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Canon G11 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G1 X matches up against the G11 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Canon PowerShot G11. The whole galleries are available at Canon G1 X Gallery & Canon G11 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G1 X has got physical dimensions of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) whilst the Canon G11 has dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the G1 X vs the G11.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X and G11 is 75 and 83 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X and G11.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G1 X with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon G1 X will provide you with more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger G1 X will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.