Canon G11 vs Canon SX160 IS

Below, we will be matching up the Canon G11 versus Canon SX160 IS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Canon. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the G11 (10MP) and SX160 IS (16MP) and the G11 (1/1.7") and SX160 IS (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The G11 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the SX160 IS which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the G11 matches up vs the SX160 IS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G11 & Canon PowerShot SX160 IS. The full galleries are available at Canon G11 Gallery & Canon SX160 IS Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon G11 has got exterior measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) whilst the Canon SX160 IS has specifications of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs).

Look at the Canon G11 versus Canon SX160 IS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the G11 against the SX160 IS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G11 and SX160 IS is 83 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G11 and SX160 IS.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G11 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon SX160 IS will show greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged G11 will be behind in sensor tech.