Canon G11 vs Canon S200

On this page, we are looking at the Canon G11 vs Canon S200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are built by Canon. The sensor resolution of the G11 (10MP) and the S200 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/1.7").

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The G11 was revealed 5 years before the S200 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the G11 matches up against the S200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G11 & Canon PowerShot S200. The full galleries are available at Canon G11 Gallery & Canon S200 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G11 offers outer measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) while the Canon S200 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the G11 compared to the S200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G11 and S200 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G11 and S200.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged G11 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.