Canon G11 vs Nikon A900

Lets look more in depth at the Canon G11 versus Nikon A900, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the G11 (10MP) and A900 (20MP) and the G11 (1/1.7") and A900 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The G11 was manufactured 7 years before the A900 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G11 grades versus the A900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G11 and Nikon Coolpix A900. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G11 Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon G11 features outer 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 A900 has sizing of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the G11 versus the A900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G11 and A900 is 83 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The visual here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G11 and A900.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G11 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon A900 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older G11 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.