Canon G12 vs Canon N

Here is a in depth overview of the Canon G12 vs Canon N, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are manufactured by Canon. The sensor resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the N (12MP) is very comparable but the G12 (1/1.7") and N (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The G12 was announced 23 months prior to the N making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G12 matches up vs the N in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G12 & Canon PowerShot N. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G12 Gallery & Canon N Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G12 features physical measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") and a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Canon N has measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G12 against the N.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G12 and N is 83 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G12 and N.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G12 using its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon N will provide extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older G12 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.