Canon G11 vs Nikon L22
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Canon G11 vs Nikon L22 Key Specs
(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
- Renewed by Canon G12
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 183g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2010
Canon G11 vs Nikon L22 Overview
Here is a in depth review of the Canon G11 versus Nikon L22, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the G11 (10MP) and the L22 (12MP) is fairly close but the G11 (1/1.7") and L22 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe G11 was revealed within a month of the L22 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G11 scores against the L22 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon G11 vs Nikon L22 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G11 and Nikon Coolpix L22. The full galleries are available at Canon G11 Gallery and Nikon L22 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G11 over the Nikon L22
G11 | L22 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Canon G11
L22 | G11 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon G11 and Nikon L22
G11 | L22 | |||
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Revealed | December 2009 | February 2010 | Same generation | |
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Canon G11 vs Nikon L22 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G11 provides physical dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) while the Nikon L22 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).
Contrast the Canon G11 versus Nikon L22 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the G11 and the L22.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G11 and L22 is 83 and 93 respectively.
Canon G11 vs Nikon L22 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The visual here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G11 and L22.
To sum up, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G11 with its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon L22 will result in greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively.
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Canon G11 vs Nikon L22 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G11 | Nikon Coolpix L22 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G11 | Nikon Coolpix L22 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-12-16 | 2010-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 37-134mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 375 gr (0.83 lb) | 183 gr (0.40 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 76 x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 47 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 169 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-7L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus card | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $600 | $130 |