Canon G11 vs Fujifilm JX550

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon G11 versus Fujifilm JX550, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the G11 (10MP) and Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the G11 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm JX550 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The G11 was introduced 3 years before the Fujifilm JX550 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the G11 matches up vs the Fujifilm JX550 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G11 and Fujifilm FinePix JX550. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G11 Gallery and Fujifilm JX550 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G11 has outside measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) while the Fujifilm JX550 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Canon G11 versus Fujifilm JX550 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the G11 vs the Fujifilm JX550.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G11 and Fujifilm JX550 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G11 and Fujifilm JX550.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G11 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm JX550 will offer more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged G11 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.