Canon G12 weighs
401 g (0.88 lb / 14.14 oz) and has external dimensions of
112 x 76 x 48 mm (4.41 x 2.99 x 1.89″). Considering that the average weight of Compact type cameras is 188g, Canon G12 is a significantly heavy camera for its class. With a thickness of 48mm, it is not small either, 19mm thicker than the average of its class.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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Here is the front and top view image of Canon G12 with the dimensions:
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Front and Top View External Dimensions and Size of Canon G12 Camera Body
In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Canon G12, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
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Physical size of the Canon G12 Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery
Now let's compare Canon G12 size with the camera that it replaced: Canon G11. As depicted on the comparison image, and have the exact same height, width and thickness.
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Comparison image of Canon G12 and Canon G11 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Canon G12 with its main competitors:
Canon G12 Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Canon G12 doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing page.