Canon G12 vs Panasonic SZ1

Lets take a closer look at the Canon G12 and Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and SZ1 (16MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and SZ1 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The G12 was brought out 11 months prior to the SZ1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the G12 grades versus the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G12 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G12 has 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) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the G12 compared to the SZ1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G12 and SZ1 is 83 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G12 and SZ1.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G12 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Panasonic SZ1 will offer extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older G12 is going to be behind in sensor technology.