Canon G12 vs Nikon A1000

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon G12 and Nikon A1000, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and A1000 (16MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and A1000 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The G12 was announced 9 years before the A1000 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the G12 grades vs the A1000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G12 and Nikon Coolpix A1000. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G12 Gallery and Nikon A1000 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G12 enjoys physical dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Nikon A1000 has specifications of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Look at the Canon G12 and Nikon A1000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the G12 compared to the A1000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G12 and A1000 is 83 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G12 and A1000.

All in all, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G12 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon A1000 will show more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged G12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.