Canon G12 vs Panasonic LX7

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon G12 vs Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/1.7").

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The G12 was introduced 21 months earlier than the LX7 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the G12 grades against the LX7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The whole galleries are available at Canon G12 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon G12 enjoys physical measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Panasonic LX7 has sizing of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Canon G12 vs Panasonic LX7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the G12 vs the LX7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G12 and LX7 is 83 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G12 and LX7.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images but you really should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged G12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.