Canon G11 vs Canon SX220 HS

Following is a extended analysis of the Canon G11 versus Canon SX220 HS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Canon. The resolution of the G11 (10MP) and the SX220 HS (12MP) is relatively similar but the G11 (1/1.7") and SX220 HS (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The G11 was manufactured 13 months earlier than the SX220 HS which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the G11 matches up vs the SX220 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G11 and Canon SX220 HS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G11 Gallery and Canon SX220 HS Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G11 has got exterior 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 SX220 HS has proportions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Canon G11 versus Canon SX220 HS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the G11 compared to the SX220 HS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G11 and SX220 HS is 83 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The image here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G11 and SX220 HS.

As you have seen, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G11 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon SX220 HS will offer you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged G11 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.