Canon G11 vs Canon SX410 IS

Following is a detailed comparison of the Canon G11 versus Canon SX410 IS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Canon. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the G11 (10MP) and SX410 IS (20MP) and the G11 (1/1.7") and SX410 IS (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The G11 was released 6 years prior to the SX410 IS which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the G11 scores vs the SX410 IS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G11 and Canon PowerShot SX410 IS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G11 Gallery and Canon SX410 IS Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G11 features 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) while the Canon SX410 IS has dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

See the Canon G11 versus Canon SX410 IS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the G11 compared to the SX410 IS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G11 and SX410 IS is 83 and 80 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The image here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G11 and SX410 IS.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G11 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Canon SX410 IS will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged G11 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.