Canon G1 X vs Canon SX260 HS

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon G1 X and Canon SX260 HS, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Canon. The image resolution of the G1 X (14MP) and the SX260 HS (12MP) is pretty well matched but the G1 X (1.5") and SX260 HS (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X was brought out 2 months earlier than the SX260 HS and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the G1 X matches up vs the SX260 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G1 X and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G1 X Gallery and Canon SX260 HS Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G1 X has exterior measurements of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) while the Canon SX260 HS has dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G1 X and Canon SX260 HS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the G1 X compared to the SX260 HS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X and SX260 HS is 75 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at technical specs. The visual below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 X and SX260 HS.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G1 X due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon G1 X will give extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.