Canon G11 vs Nikon D40

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon G11 versus Nikon D40, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the G11 (10MP) and D40 (6MP) and the G11 (1/1.7") and D40 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The G11 was released 3 years later than the D40 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon G11 being a Compact camera and the Nikon D40 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the G11 matches up versus the D40 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G11 & Nikon D40. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G11 Gallery & Nikon D40 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon G11 provides outer measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) while the Nikon D40 has sizing of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G11 versus Nikon D40 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the G11 and the D40.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G11 and D40 is 83 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The visual underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G11 and D40.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G11 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Canon G11 will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher G11 provides an advantage in sensor tech.