Canon G12 vs Sony HX50V

Here is a extensive analysis of the Canon G12 and Sony HX50V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and HX50V (20MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and HX50V (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The G12 was unveiled 3 years before the HX50V and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the G12 scores versus the HX50V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are provided at Canon G12 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G12 enjoys outer measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Canon G12 and Sony HX50V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the G12 compared to the HX50V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G12 and HX50V is 83 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The visual below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G12 and HX50V.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G12 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony HX50V will offer extra detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older G12 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.