Canon G11 vs Canon SX500 IS

Here is a complete review of the Canon G11 and Canon SX500 IS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Canon. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the G11 (10MP) and SX500 IS (16MP) and the G11 (1/1.7") and SX500 IS (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The G11 was revealed 3 years prior to the SX500 IS and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the G11 scores vs the SX500 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G11 & Canon PowerShot SX500 IS. The full galleries are available at Canon G11 Gallery & Canon SX500 IS Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G11 has exterior measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) whilst the Canon SX500 IS has measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Compare the Canon G11 and Canon SX500 IS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the G11 compared to the SX500 IS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G11 and SX500 IS is 83 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G11 and SX500 IS.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G11 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon SX500 IS will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older G11 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.