Canon G12 vs Canon SX240 HS

Below is a in-depth review of the Canon G12 versus Canon SX240 HS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Canon. The image resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the SX240 HS (12MP) is pretty similar but the G12 (1/1.7") and SX240 HS (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The G12 was introduced 12 months before the SX240 HS so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the G12 scores versus the SX240 HS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G12 & Canon PowerShot SX240 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G12 Gallery & Canon SX240 HS Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want 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") with a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Canon SX240 HS has dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the G12 and the SX240 HS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G12 and SX240 HS is 83 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G12 and SX240 HS.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G12 using its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Canon SX240 HS will deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older G12 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.