Canon G15 vs Panasonic S2

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon G15 versus Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the G15 (1/1.7") and S2 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The G15 was manufactured 9 months later than the S2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G15 grades vs the S2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G15 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G15 provides outside dimensions of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") along with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G15 against the S2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G15 and S2 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G15 and S2.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G15 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic S2 will show greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer G15 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.