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Canon G11 vs Fujifilm XF1

Portability
83
Imaging
34
Features
48
Overall
39
Canon PowerShot G11 front
 
Fujifilm XF1 front
Portability
90
Imaging
38
Features
46
Overall
41

Canon G11 vs Fujifilm XF1 Key Specs

Canon G11
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 2.8" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
  • 375g - 112 x 76 x 48mm
  • Released December 2009
  • Newer Model is Canon G12
Fujifilm XF1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
  • 255g - 108 x 62 x 33mm
  • Announced September 2012
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Canon G11 vs Fujifilm XF1 Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon G11 and Fujifilm XF1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the G11 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the G11 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The G11 was introduced 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm XF1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G11 scores vs the Fujifilm XF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon G11 over the Fujifilm XF1

 G11 Fujifilm XF1 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution461k460kSharper screen (+1k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Fujifilm XF1 over the Canon G11

 Fujifilm XF1 G11 
AnnouncedSeptember 2012December 2009More recent by 33 months
Screen dimensions3"2.8"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Common features in the Canon G11 and Fujifilm XF1

 G11 Fujifilm XF1 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Touch friendly screen Neither contains Touch friendly screen

Canon G11 vs Fujifilm XF1 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G11 has got 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) and the Fujifilm XF1 has proportions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G11 against the Fujifilm XF1.

Canon G11 vs Fujifilm XF1 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G11 and Fujifilm XF1 is 83 and 90 respectively.

Canon G11 vs Fujifilm XF1 top view buttons comparison

Canon G11 vs Fujifilm XF1 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G11 and Fujifilm XF1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G11 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Fujifilm XF1 will show extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The older G11 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Canon G11 vs Fujifilm XF1 sensor size comparison

Canon G11 vs Fujifilm XF1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G11 vs Fujifilm XF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G11 Portrait photography features
Fujifilm XF1 Portrait photography features
47
you can focus manually
flash sync is higher than normal (1/2,000 seconds)
features face detect focus
delivers RAW files
low resolution (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/1.7")
42
has manual focus
has face detection autofocus
saves RAW files
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (2/3")
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon G11
Street photography with Fujifilm XF1
64
screen can move to multiple angles
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
very small sensor (1/1.7")
heavier than competitors in class (375 grams)
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW files
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (2/3")
heavier than average (255 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon G11
Sports photography with Fujifilm XF1
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
low resolution (10MP)
very small sensor (1/1.7")
no phase detect auto focus
31
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (2/3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon G11 as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm XF1 as a Travel photography camera
57
has built in flash
screen is selfie friendly
decently wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors in class (375g)
low resolution (10MP)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
60
built-in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.8)
no Time Lapse function
heavier than average (255 grams)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G11 Landscape photography factors
Fujifilm XF1 Landscape photography factors
46
you can focus manually
decently wide (28mm)
good sized screen (2.8 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
low resolution (10MP)
very small sensor (1/1.7")
missing Time Lapse recording
54
has manual focus
relatively wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.8)
nice screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW files
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (2/3")
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G11 Vlogging advice
Fujifilm XF1 Vlogging advice
60
decently wide (28mm)
screen is selfie friendly
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
missing mic support
heavier than competitors in class (375 grams)
34
relatively wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.8)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
no external mic port
heavier than average (255g)
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Canon G11 vs Fujifilm XF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G11 and Fujifilm XF1
 Canon PowerShot G11Fujifilm XF1
General Information
Brand Canon FujiFilm
Model Canon PowerShot G11 Fujifilm XF1
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-12-16 2012-09-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Digic 4 -
Sensor type CCD EXRCMOS
Sensor size 1/1.7" 2/3"
Sensor dimensions 7.44 x 5.58mm 8.8 x 6.6mm
Sensor area 41.5mm² 58.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Highest boosted ISO - 12800
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 9 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-4.5 f/1.8-4.9
Macro focus distance 1cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 4.8 4.1
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display size 2.8 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 461k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (tunnel) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 7.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 7.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/2000s -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 375g (0.83 pounds) 255g (0.56 pounds)
Physical dimensions 112 x 76 x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") 108 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 47 49
DXO Color Depth score 20.4 20.5
DXO Dynamic range score 11.1 11.2
DXO Low light score 169 199
Other
Battery model NB-7L NP-50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $600 $380