Canon G12 vs Canon G15

Here, we will be matching up the Canon G12 versus Canon G15, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both designed by Canon. The sensor resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the G15 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/1.7").

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The G12 was manufactured 20 months before the G15 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the G12 scores against the G15 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G12 and Canon PowerShot G15. The entire galleries are available at Canon G12 Gallery and Canon G15 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G12 comes with outside dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Canon G15 has dimensions of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).

Check the Canon G12 versus Canon G15 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the G12 against the G15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G12 and G15 is 83 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G12 and G15.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon G15 to give you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older G12 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.