Canon G11 vs Nikon AW110

Here, we are analyzing the Canon G11 versus Nikon AW110, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the G11 (10MP) and AW110 (16MP) and the G11 (1/1.7") and AW110 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The G11 was brought out 4 years prior to the AW110 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the G11 scores against the AW110 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G11 & Nikon Coolpix AW110. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G11 Gallery & Nikon AW110 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon G11 has outer measurements 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 Nikon AW110 has sizing of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Canon G11 versus Nikon AW110 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the G11 compared to the AW110.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G11 and AW110 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G11 and AW110.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G11 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon AW110 will offer you more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older G11 is going to be behind in sensor technology.