Canon G11 vs Nikon S800c

Here, we are matching up the Canon G11 vs Nikon S800c, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the G11 (10MP) and S800c (16MP) and the G11 (1/1.7") and S800c (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The G11 was revealed 4 years earlier than the S800c which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the G11 scores against the S800c when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G11 & Nikon Coolpix S800c. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G11 Gallery & Nikon S800c Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G11 enjoys external 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 S800c has sizing of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the G11 against the S800c.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G11 and S800c is 83 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G11 and S800c.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G11 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S800c will deliver greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G11 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.