Canon G12 vs Sony G3

In this article, we are evaluating the Canon G12 and Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the G3 (10MP) is very close but the G12 (1/1.7") and G3 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The G12 was introduced 2 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the G12 grades versus the G3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G12 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon G12 provides outer measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") and a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Sony G3 has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the G12 and the G3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G12 and G3 is 83 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G12 and G3.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact MP but different sensor measurements. The G12 includes the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF simpler. The more recent G12 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.