Canon G11 vs Pentax E70

In this article, we are analyzing the Canon G11 versus Pentax E70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the G11 (10MP) and the E70 (10MP) is very comparable but the G11 (1/1.7") and E70 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The G11 was unveiled 12 months after the E70 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the G11 grades against the E70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G11 & Pentax Optio E70. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G11 Gallery & Pentax E70 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G11 has got outside dimensions 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 Pentax E70 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the G11 and the E70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G11 and E70 is 83 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The picture below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G11 and E70.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact resolution but different sensor sizes. The G11 comes with the larger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field easier. The fresher G11 should have an edge in sensor tech.