Canon G12 vs FujiFilm T300

Here, we are matching up the Canon G12 and FujiFilm T300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and T300 (14MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and T300 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The G12 was manufactured 6 months earlier than the T300 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G12 matches up against the T300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G12 and FujiFilm FinePix T300. The entire galleries are available at Canon G12 Gallery and FujiFilm T300 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G12 features exterior measurements 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 FujiFilm T300 has measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Canon G12 and FujiFilm T300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the G12 vs the T300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G12 and T300 is 83 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G12 and T300.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G12 because of its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the FujiFilm T300 will produce extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively.