Canon G12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Lets look much closer at the Canon G12 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The G12 was announced 3 years before the Galaxy Camera which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the G12 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G12 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G12 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon G12 features physical 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check out the Canon G12 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the G12 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G12 and Galaxy Camera is 83 and 90 respectively.

Often, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G12 and Galaxy Camera.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G12 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy Camera will offer extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged G12 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.