Canon G12 vs Panasonic FZ1000 II

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon G12 versus Panasonic FZ1000 II, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and FZ1000 II (20MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and FZ1000 II (1") possess different sensor measurements.

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The G12 was brought out 9 years earlier than the FZ1000 II and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G12 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the G12 matches up vs the FZ1000 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G12 and Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II. The entire galleries are available at Canon G12 Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G12 has exterior measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") and a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ1000 II has proportions of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the G12 vs the FZ1000 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G12 and FZ1000 II is 83 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G12 and FZ1000 II.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G12 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will give you greater detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older G12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.