Canon G11 vs Panasonic FX78

Here is a extensive overview of the Canon G11 versus Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the G11 (10MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the G11 (1/1.7") and FX78 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The G11 was introduced 13 months earlier than the FX78 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G11 matches up against the FX78 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G11 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G11 Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account 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") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has proportions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the G11 vs the FX78.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G11 and FX78 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G11 and FX78.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G11 with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FX78 will produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older G11 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.