Canon G15 vs Sony S950

On this page, we are comparing the Canon G15 vs Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is very well matched but the G15 (1/1.7") and S950 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The G15 was manufactured 3 years after the S950 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G15 grades versus the S950 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G15 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G15 Gallery & Sony S950 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G15 comes with outer dimensions of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony S950 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the G15 versus the S950.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G15 and S950 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G15 and S950.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G15 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon G15 will give you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern G15 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.