Canon G12 vs Canon S200

Below is a thorough review of the Canon G12 and Canon S200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the S200 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/1.7").

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The G12 was revealed 4 years before the S200 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G12 matches up vs the S200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G12 & Canon PowerShot S200. The full galleries are available at Canon G12 Gallery & Canon S200 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G12 has outer dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Canon S200 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the G12 vs the S200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G12 and S200 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G12 and S200.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos although you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older G12 will be behind in sensor tech.