Canon G11 vs Samsung WB50F

The following is a complete review of the Canon G11 vs Samsung WB50F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the G11 (10MP) and WB50F (16MP) and the G11 (1/1.7") and WB50F (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The G11 was revealed 5 years before the WB50F which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the G11 matches up vs the WB50F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G11 & Samsung WB50F. The full galleries are available at Canon G11 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G11 features exterior measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") along with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) while the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the G11 and the WB50F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G11 and WB50F is 83 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G11 and WB50F.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G11 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung WB50F will offer you greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged G11 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.