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Canon EOS 1100D / Canon PowerShot G12
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PC Wheeler
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Define "best" 
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Cailean Gallimore
Veteran Member
They are not comparable - they are in two completely different categories of cameras. Your question is similar to asking "Which is the best food - cheese, or cabbage?"
You need to appreciate the difference between a large sensor compact camera - which is what the G12 is, and an APS-C sensor DSLR, which is what the 1100D is.
And by the way, beer is easily the best food.
You need to appreciate the difference between a large sensor compact camera - which is what the G12 is, and an APS-C sensor DSLR, which is what the 1100D is.
And by the way, beer is easily the best food.
Cailean Gallimore
Veteran Member
"You need to appreciate the difference between a large sensor compact camera - which is what the G12 is, and an APS-C sensor DSLR, which is what the 1100D is."
richj20
Forum Pro
1.
- The G12 is a fixed zoom lens camera, 28-140mm
- The DSLR lets you interchange lenses, providing a wider range of focal lengths and faster lenses
- The G12 has a collapsible lens, making it easy to slide into a vest or coat pocket
- The DSLR would require some type of tote bag, especially if you want to carry several lenses
- The G12 with its smaller sensor provides incredible depth of field, wonderful for certain types of landscape scenes
- The DSLR with its larger sensor allows more control over depth of field, providing the ability to isolate the subject from the background with its use of faster lenses. This is great for portrait work, or botany work (my interest) where the flower can be isolated from the background.
Regards,
Richard
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"Careful photographers run their own tests." - Fred Picker
Don't DSLRs also give you significantly better low-light performance than compact cameras?
Comparing the 1100D to the G12 is an interesting question, because they are about the same price. When G-Next comes out, I'm going to think about it too.
Comparing the 1100D to the G12 is an interesting question, because they are about the same price. When G-Next comes out, I'm going to think about it too.
richj20
Forum Pro
Very interesting!I have both a G11 and a T2i for most of the reasons given!
Regards,
Richard
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richj20
Forum Pro
Yes, that's another of many differences that can be listed.
As suggested by others, a straight-up comparison is not really valid. One needs to consider the shooting situations and decide which features are necessary.
If someone wants to shoot their kid's basketball or soccer games, the G-series will be disappointing because of the AF lag.
On the other hand, I've compared my G11 and T2i landscape scenes and the image quality in 8x10 prints is hardly distinguishable.
Regards,
Richard
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"Careful photographers run their own tests." - Fred Picker
BIJ001
Veteran Member
Less shutter lag, better low-light performance, more freedom to crop without ending up with a degraded image, more reach (optional zoom).
A person doesn't have to be a Real Photographer to want those things. I suspect that entry-level DSLRs are becoming popular with (gasp!) Snapshooters, because they are fed up with compact camera performance issues.
Perhaps, next year, Canon will provide a middle ground, with a well executed mirrorless camera, at a reasonable price.
Can you tell that I'm not thrilled with my current compact camera? -LOL!
uber_racer
Forum Enthusiast
Well the DSLR is not going to have better reach without purchasing a more expensive lens.
I wanted a DSLR until I saw my buddy having to lug all that stuff around and getting the "what a dork" looks from everyone.
I wanted a DSLR until I saw my buddy having to lug all that stuff around and getting the "what a dork" looks from everyone.
hbx2004
Senior Member
..and you quit on dslr, because "everyone" think (you believe) photographers with dslr are "dorks"? Oh man... you've made me laugh.
From what I can tell, after visiting few places "of interest" in Europe and beyond, five feet tall girls from far east, have been using dslr cameras (while grandma's used .. well you know...). However, I never noticed "dork" look from any of side.
Greetings
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uber_racer
Forum Enthusiast
Having a DSLR doesn't make you a dork, but being in the way, slowing others down because you have to change lenses, need to lug a bag arround etc can make you a real burdon in some situations when in a group or in crowded areas.
I have seen people at amusement parks that never got to go on some rides because they can't take their big camera/bag on the ride.
Not to mention some venues dont allow "large cameras".
This guy wants to know G12 or DSLR so I think its a valid point to bring up.
I have seen people at amusement parks that never got to go on some rides because they can't take their big camera/bag on the ride.
Not to mention some venues dont allow "large cameras".
This guy wants to know G12 or DSLR so I think its a valid point to bring up.
Smaller, more convenient to carry often, better build quality, handy flip out screen, versatile zoom range, macro option, extremely intuitive buttons and functions, fast operations, and more.
Auto focus isn't too far behind dslr. G12 image quality is darn good. If you ever make prints from the G12 files you'll see just how good they are. I routinely print 8x10s, many at iso 1600, and the pictures are awesome.
I use both G12 and S95. G12 is the better feeling camera in hand, but the S95 is great to carry everywhere. Both are better than that dslr you mentioned.
Auto focus isn't too far behind dslr. G12 image quality is darn good. If you ever make prints from the G12 files you'll see just how good they are. I routinely print 8x10s, many at iso 1600, and the pictures are awesome.
I use both G12 and S95. G12 is the better feeling camera in hand, but the S95 is great to carry everywhere. Both are better than that dslr you mentioned.
Randy Hopkins
Member
I'm not very smart being a newbie. I'd say the best of any camera or thing is the one that gets used all of the time regardless if its small or big! Thanks, Randy
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Mark B.
Guest
I couldn't care less what people may think. As a serious hobbyist I'm after the best image quality that's within my budget.
Mark
sarlo100
Senior Member
Except when you need to shoot in low light. Slapping a 50 f/1.8 lens and the 2 1/2 stop advantage over the G12 or S95 it gives might help a wee bit. That's not even mentioning the difference in sensor quality at high ISO between a 1/1.7" sensor vs. an APS-C sensor. Or if you need to control depth of focus. Try shooting a fast moving kid with a G12 vs. an SLR, and you'll find a new meaning of the word "frustration" with the G.
Look, I have a G11. I love it, it's a fantastic camera. But there's simply plenty of situations where my ancient 350D with a fast lens is a far better tool to use.
To the OP. Instead of asking general questions like this one where you're going to get little but people's opinions regarding their own shooting styles, think about what you're going to actually use the camera for, first. Will you be shooting in low light? Fast moving objects? Or will you be shooting landscapes, and more stationary items? Does size matter...very important question to answer. You might find that an S95 is the best camera for you , if it does everything you need, as smaller offers all sorts of advantages. Maybe a G12, which does have an outstanding lens, hot shoe for an external flash, all the controls of an SLR and a build to match is the way to go.
Or maybe you'll find either camera to be intolerable for the type of shooting you're looking to do. In which case, the SLR might be the best answer. Otherwise, you're asking "which is better - a sports car or an SUV"?
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