Canon G11 vs Samsung MV800

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Canon G11 versus Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the G11 (10MP) and MV800 (16MP) and the G11 (1/1.7") and MV800 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The G11 was manufactured 20 months prior to the MV800 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the G11 scores against the MV800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G11 and Samsung MV800. The entire galleries are available at Canon G11 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G11 features outer 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 Samsung MV800 has measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G11 versus Samsung MV800 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the G11 vs the MV800.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G11 and MV800 is 83 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G11 and MV800.

All in all, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G11 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung MV800 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older G11 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.