Canon G12 vs Sony W290

Here, we are analyzing the Canon G12 vs Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the W290 (12MP) is very comparable but the G12 (1/1.7") and W290 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The G12 was brought out 24 months later than the W290 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G12 grades versus the W290 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G12 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G12 enjoys exterior 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 W290 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the G12 and the W290.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G12 and W290 is 83 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G12 and W290.

As you can see, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G12 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony W290 will produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher G12 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.