Canon G15 vs Nikon P7100

Below is a in depth overview of the Canon G15 versus Nikon P7100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the P7100 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/1.7").

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The G15 was revealed 7 months later than the P7100 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G15 matches up against the P7100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G15 & Nikon Coolpix P7100. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G15 Gallery & Nikon P7100 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G15 features exterior dimensions of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Nikon P7100 has proportions of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") along with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the G15 against the P7100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G15 and P7100 is 86 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G15 and P7100.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon G15 to give you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger G15 will have an edge in sensor technology.