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Canon PowerShot G15 vs Canon PowerShot G12
Canon PowerShot G15
Camera summary
The Canon PowerShot G15, made by Canon, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on Sept. 17, 2012.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.6 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Canon PowerShot G12, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Canon PowerShot G12
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Canon PowerShot G16, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Canon PowerShot G16
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 12 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 9 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 350 shots per charge with the included NB-10L battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Canon PowerShot G12
Camera summary
The Canon PowerShot G12, made by Canon, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on Jan. 19, 2011.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
2.3 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
2.9 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Canon PowerShot G11, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Canon PowerShot G11
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Canon PowerShot G15, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Canon PowerShot G15
Sensor
This camera has a CCD sensor with a 10 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 9 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1280 x 720 with support for the following formats: H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 370 shots per charge with the included NB-7L battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot G12 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | No |
No |
| Af continuous | Yes |
No |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
No |
| Af selective | Yes |
No |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
No |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Connectivity |
Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot G12 |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
| DXO color depth | 19.9 | 20.4 |
| DXO dynamic range | 11.5 | 11.2 |
| DXO low light ISO | 165.0 | 161.0 |
| DXO overall score | 46.0 | 47.0 |
Exposure mode |
Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot G12 |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot G12 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Sept. 17, 2012 | Jan. 19, 2011 |
| Body type | Compact | Compact |
| brand | Canon | Canon |
| msrp | $199.99 | $219.99 |
| model | Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot G12 |
| Predecessor model | Canon PowerShot G12 | Canon PowerShot G11 |
| Successor model | Canon PowerShot G16 | Canon PowerShot G15 |
Lense |
Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot G12 |
| Focal length multiplier | - | - |
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Number of lenses | - | - |
Other features |
Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot G12 |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot G12 |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
No |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain |
| Flash range | 7.00 m | 7.00 m |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 2.0 fps | 1.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 | 15 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | No |
No |
Physical |
Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot G12 |
| Battery life | 350 shots | 370 shots |
| Battery model | NB-10L | NB-7L |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
No |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 107 x 76 x 40mm | 112 x 76 x 48mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 352 grs | 401 grs |
Screen |
Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot G12 |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 922 | 461 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot G12 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58 mm | 7.44 x 5.58 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 12 | 10 |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7-inch | 1/1.7-inch |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Headphone port |
Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot G12 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 |
| Microphone port | No |
No |
| Video formats | H.264 | H.264 |
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Viewfinder |
Canon PowerShot G15 | Canon PowerShot G12 |
| viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | Optical (tunnel) |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |