Canon G11 vs Canon SX260 HS

In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon G11 versus Canon SX260 HS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Canon. The sensor resolution of the G11 (10MP) and the SX260 HS (12MP) is relatively comparable but the G11 (1/1.7") and SX260 HS (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The G11 was revealed 3 years earlier than the SX260 HS and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the G11 matches up vs the SX260 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G11 & Canon PowerShot SX260 HS. The full galleries are available at Canon G11 Gallery & Canon SX260 HS Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you'll need 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 SX260 HS has dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the G11 versus the SX260 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G11 and SX260 HS is 83 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The graphic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G11 and SX260 HS.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G11 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon SX260 HS will provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older G11 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.