Canon G12 vs Kodak M550

On this page, we are comparing the Canon G12 vs Kodak M550, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the M550 (12MP) is very well matched but the G12 (1/1.7") and M550 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The G12 was brought out 13 months later than the M550 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the G12 matches up vs the M550 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G12 & Kodak EasyShare M550. The entire galleries are available at Canon G12 Gallery & Kodak M550 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon G12 has physical dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Kodak M550 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the G12 compared to the M550.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G12 and M550 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The graphic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G12 and M550.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G12 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Kodak M550 will give extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The younger G12 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.