Canon G15 vs Canon SX710 HS

Let's take a closer look at the Canon G15 vs Canon SX710 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Canon. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the G15 (12MP) and SX710 HS (20MP) and the G15 (1/1.7") and SX710 HS (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The G15 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the SX710 HS and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the G15 scores against the SX710 HS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G15 and Canon PowerShot SX710 HS. The full galleries are available at Canon G15 Gallery and Canon SX710 HS Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G15 has got exterior measurements of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Canon SX710 HS has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the G15 compared to the SX710 HS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G15 and SX710 HS is 86 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G15 and SX710 HS.

As you can see, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G15 using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Canon SX710 HS will offer you greater detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The older G15 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.