Canon G11 vs Panasonic TS4

The following is a comprehensive review of the Canon G11 and Panasonic TS4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the G11 (10MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is relatively similar but the G11 (1/1.7") and TS4 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The G11 was unveiled 3 years before the TS4 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the G11 matches up versus the TS4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G11 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The full galleries are available at Canon G11 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G11 provides exterior dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") along with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G11 and Panasonic TS4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the G11 vs the TS4.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G11 and TS4 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The picture here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G11 and TS4.

All in all, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G11 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic TS4 will offer you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged G11 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.