Canon G11 vs Nikon 1 S1

Lets look closer at the Canon G11 vs Nikon 1 S1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the G11 (10MP) and the 1 S1 (10MP) is fairly similar but the G11 (1/1.7") and 1 S1 (1") feature totally different sensor size.

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The G11 was launched 4 years prior to the 1 S1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon G11 being a Compact camera and the Nikon 1 S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G11 grades versus the 1 S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G11 and Nikon 1 S1. The complete galleries are available at Canon G11 Gallery and Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G11 provides 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) and the Nikon 1 S1 has sizing of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the G11 compared to the 1 S1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G11 and 1 S1 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G11 and 1 S1.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The G11 comes with the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging. The older G11 is going to be behind in sensor technology.