Canon G11 vs Canon G12

Let's look more in depth at the Canon G11 vs Canon G12, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Canon. The sensor resolution of the G11 (10MP) and the G12 (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/1.7").

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The G11 was introduced 13 months earlier than the G12 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the G11 grades against the G12 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G11 and Canon PowerShot G12. The whole galleries are available at Canon G11 Gallery and Canon G12 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G11 comes with outside dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) whilst the Canon G12 has dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs).

See the Canon G11 vs Canon G12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the G11 against the G12.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G11 and G12 is 83 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The pic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G11 and G12.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged G11 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.