Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS15

Here is a extended comparison of the Canon G12 versus Panasonic ZS15, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is relatively close but the G12 (1/1.7") and ZS15 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The G12 was released 17 months earlier than the ZS15 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G12 grades against the ZS15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are available at Canon G12 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G12 features 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) while the Panasonic ZS15 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Canon G12 versus Panasonic ZS15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the G12 against the ZS15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G12 and ZS15 is 83 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G12 and ZS15.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G12 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic ZS15 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older G12 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.