Canon G12 vs Nikon S4300

Let's look a little more closely at the Canon G12 versus Nikon S4300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and S4300 (16MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and S4300 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The G12 was manufactured 12 months before the S4300 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G12 matches up versus the S4300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G12 and Nikon Coolpix S4300. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G12 Gallery and Nikon S4300 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G12 enjoys exterior measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") along with a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Nikon S4300 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Canon G12 versus Nikon S4300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the G12 versus the S4300.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G12 and S4300 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The photograph here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G12 and S4300.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G12 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon S4300 will give extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older G12 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.