Canon G11 vs Nikon S5300

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon G11 vs Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the G11 (10MP) and S5300 (16MP) and the G11 (1/1.7") and S5300 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The G11 was brought out 5 years prior to the S5300 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the G11 matches up versus the S5300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G11 and Nikon Coolpix S5300. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G11 Gallery and Nikon S5300 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G11 provides exterior 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) whilst the Nikon S5300 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the G11 and the S5300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G11 and S5300 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G11 and S5300.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G11 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon S5300 will give you greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged G11 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.