Canon G12 vs Canon G7 X

Here is a comprehensive review of the Canon G12 versus Canon G7 X, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Canon. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and G7 X (20MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and G7 X (1") possess different sensor sizes.

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The G12 was introduced 4 years prior to the G7 X and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon G12 being a Compact camera and the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the G12 grades against the G7 X with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G12 & Canon PowerShot G7 X. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G12 Gallery & Canon G7 X Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G12 provides physical dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Canon G7 X has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the G12 compared to the G7 X.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G12 and G7 X is 83 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G12 and G7 X.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G12 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Canon G7 X will deliver more detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older G12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.