Canon G12 vs Canon S100

Its time to look much closer at the Canon G12 vs Canon S100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Canon. The image resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the S100 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/1.7").

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The G12 was released 11 months earlier than the S100 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G12 scores against the S100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G12 and Canon PowerShot S100. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G12 Gallery and Canon S100 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon G12 features exterior dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") and a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Canon S100 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G12 vs Canon S100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the G12 against the S100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G12 and S100 is 83 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The photograph here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G12 and S100.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon S100 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older G12 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.