Canon G11 vs Panasonic ZR3

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon G11 vs Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the G11 (10MP) and ZR3 (14MP) and the G11 (1/1.7") and ZR3 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The G11 was introduced at a similar time to the ZR3 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the G11 scores versus the ZR3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G11 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G11 Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G11 has external dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G11 vs Panasonic ZR3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the G11 and the ZR3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G11 and ZR3 is 83 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The image here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G11 and ZR3.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G11 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic ZR3 will give greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively.