Canon G12 vs Sony H20

The following is a extended comparison of the Canon G12 vs Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the H20 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the G12 (1/1.7") and H20 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The G12 was announced 21 months after the H20 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the G12 matches up versus the H20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G12 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G12 Gallery & Sony H20 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G12 enjoys 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) whilst the Sony H20 has measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the G12 and the H20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G12 and H20 is 83 and 87 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The image underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G12 and H20.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The G12 comes with the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field simpler. The more recent G12 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.