Canon G11 vs Nikon S5200

Lets look more closely at the Canon G11 vs Nikon S5200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the G11 (10MP) and S5200 (16MP) and the G11 (1/1.7") and S5200 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The G11 was revealed 4 years prior to the S5200 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G11 scores against the S5200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G11 & Nikon Coolpix S5200. The full galleries are available at Canon G11 Gallery & Nikon S5200 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G11 comes with outside measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) and the Nikon S5200 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G11 vs Nikon S5200 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the G11 vs the S5200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G11 and S5200 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G11 and S5200.

As you can see, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G11 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon S5200 will offer more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged G11 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.