Canon G11 vs Nikon L100

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon G11 and Nikon L100, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the G11 (10MP) and the L100 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the G11 (1/1.7") and L100 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The G11 was launched 11 months later than the L100 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the G11 grades vs the L100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G11 enjoys physical dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) and the Nikon L100 has sizing of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the G11 and the L100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G11 and L100 is 83 and 79 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G11 and L100.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The G11 has the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier. The fresher G11 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.