Canon PowerShot G11 vs Nikon Coolpix S80

Nikon Coolpix S80

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Overview

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot G11 and the Nikon Coolpix S80, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Canon PowerShot G11 was introduced in December 2009 and Nikon Coolpix S80 was introduced in September 2010. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Canon PowerShot G11 Highlights

10 MP 1/1.7-inch CCD Sensor
80 - 3,200 Native ISO
9 Focus Points
Image Stabilization
2.80" 461k dot Fully Articulated Screen
Optical (tunnel) Viewfinder
1.1 fps Continuous Shooting
640 x 480 Video Shooting
Built-in Flash

Nikon Coolpix S80 Highlights

14.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
80 - 1,600 Native ISO
Image Stabilization
3.50" 819k dot Fixed Screen
1.3 fps Continuous Shooting
1280 x 720 Video Shooting
Built-in Flash

Table of Contents

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

Pros and Cons

In this section we present pros and cons of Canon PowerShot G11 and Nikon Coolpix S80.

PROS

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

Video Capture
80 Lowest Native ISO
3,200 Highest Native ISO
Face Detection
Live View Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Fully Articulated Screen
Built-in Flash
High Flash Sync Speed - 1/2000 sec
HDMI Output
Light - 375 g (0.83 lb / 13.23 oz)
Orientation Sensor

Video Capture
80 Lowest Native ISO
1,600 Highest Native ISO
Touch-to-Focus
Face Detection
Live View Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Touch Screen
Large Screen - 3.50"
High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
Built-in Flash
HDMI Output
Light - 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)
Internal Storage

CONS

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

Small Sensor
Low Resolution Sensor - 10 Megapixel
Timelapse Recording
9 Focus Points
Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.1 fps
Low DxO Overall Score - 47
Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480
No Built-in Microphone
No Microphone Input
No Headphone Output
No Built-in GPS
No Built-In Wi-Fi
No Built-In Bluetooth
No Environmental Sealing

Small Sensor
Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
Timelapse Recording
0 Cross-type Focus Points
Fixed Screen
Low Resolution Screen - 819k dot
No Viewfinder
Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.3 fps
No External Flash Connectivity
Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
No Microphone Input
No Headphone Output
No Built-in GPS
No Built-In Wi-Fi
No Built-In Bluetooth
No Environmental Sealing
Short Battery Life - 150 shots

And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

AVERAGE

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

Screen Size - 2.80"
Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec

Advantage of Canon PowerShot G11

Canon G11

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot G11 over Nikon Coolpix S80.

	Canon PowerShot G11	vs	Nikon Coolpix S80
Larger Sensor	1/1.7-inch	vs	1/2.3-inch
Higher Native ISO	3,200	vs	1,600
RAW Support		vs
Continuous Autofocus		vs
Reaches Wider Angle	28 mm	vs	35 mm
Maximum Aperture at Wide End	f/2.8	vs	f/3.6
Maximum Aperture at Tele End	f/4.5	vs	f/4.8
Min Macro Focus Distance	1 cm	vs	7 cm
Screen Type	Fully Articulated	vs	Fixed
External Flash Connectivity		vs
Manual Exposure Mode		vs
Aperture Priority		vs
Shutter Priority		vs

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Canon G9 X II

1-inch

20.1 MP

Canon G5 X MII

1-inch

20.1 MP

Canon G7 X MII

1-inch

20.1 MP

Canon G1 X II

1.5-inch

12.8 MP

Canon G1 X III

APS-C

24.2 MP

Canon G16

1/1.7-inch

12.1 MP

Canon G1 X

1.5-inch

14.3 MP

Canon G7 X

1-inch

20.2 MP

Canon G7 X MIII

1-inch

20.1 MP

Canon G15

1/1.7-inch

12.1 MP

Canon G12

1/1.7-inch

10 MP

Canon G5 X

1-inch

20.2 MP

Advantage of Nikon Coolpix S80

Nikon S80

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S80 over Canon PowerShot G11.

	Canon PowerShot G11	vs	Nikon Coolpix S80
Higher Sensor Resolution	10 Megapixel	vs	14.1 Megapixel
Max Image Resolution	3648 x 2736	vs	4320 x 3240
Touch-to-Focus		vs
Center Autofocus		vs
Selective Autofocus		vs
Tracking Autofocus		vs
Reachs More Telephoto	140 mm	vs	175 mm
Touch Screen		vs
Larger Screen	2.80"	vs	3.50"
Higher Resolution Screen	461k dot	vs	819k dot
Lower Min Shutter Speed	15 sec	vs	30 sec
Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)	1/4000 sec	vs	1/8000 sec
Higher Max Continuous Shooting	1.1 fps	vs	1.3 fps
Higher Video Resolution	640 x 480	vs	1280 x 720
Speaker		vs	Mono
Built-in Microphone		vs	Stereo
Lighter	375 g (0.83 lb / 13.23 oz)	vs	133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)

Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Nikon Coolpix S80.

Nikon S30

1/3-inch

10.1 MP

Nikon S70

1/2.3-inch

12.1 MP

Nikon S02

1/3-inch

13.2 MP

Nikon S31

1/2.9-inch

10.1 MP

Nikon S33

1/3.1-inch

13.2 MP

Nikon S32

1/3.1-inch

13.2 MP

Nikon S01

1/2.9-inch

10.1 MP

Fujifilm S5 Pro

APS-C

6 MP

Fujifilm X100

APS-C

12.3 MP

Canon R7

APS-C

32.5 MP

Canon 7D II

APS-C

20.2 MP

Samsung GC200

1/2.3-inch

16.3 MP

Common Strengths and Weaknesses

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

STRENGTHS	Canon PowerShot G11	Nikon Coolpix S80
Video Capture
Low Native ISO	80	80
High Native ISO	3,200	1,600
Face Detection
Live View Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Built-in Flash
HDMI Output
Light	375 g (0.83 lb / 13.23 oz)	133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)

WEAKNESSES	Canon PowerShot G11	Nikon Coolpix S80
Small Sensor	1/1.7-inch	1/2.3-inch
Low Resolution Sensor	10 Megapixel	14.1 Megapixel
Timelapse Recording
Low Resolution Screen	461k dot	819k dot
Low Max Continuous Shooting	1.1 fps	1.3 fps
Low Video Resolution	640 x 480	1280 x 720
No Microphone Input
No Headphone Output
No Built-in GPS
No Built-In Wi-Fi
No Built-In Bluetooth
No Environmental Sealing

Screen and Viewfinder

Screen

Canon PowerShot G11 has a 2.80" Fully Articulated screen with 461k dot resolution and Nikon Coolpix S80 has a 3.50" Fixed screen with 819k dot resolution. Fully articulated screen makes Canon PowerShot G11 selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting. Nikon Coolpix S80 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Nikon Coolpix S80) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Canon PowerShot G11 with Fully Articulated screen

Optical (tunnel) Viewfinder on Canon PowerShot G11

Canon PowerShot G11 has a built-in Optical (tunnel) viewfinder. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Nikon Coolpix S80.

Sensor

Canon PowerShot G11 features a 10 megapixel 1/1.7-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 7.44 x 5.58 mm and a total area of 41.5 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200. Nikon Coolpix S80 features a 14.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600 and expands to 80 - 6,400 in boosted mode.

Photography Features

Canon PowerShot G11 is equipped with DIGIC 4 processor and can take pictures up to 3648 x 2736 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3648 x 2048, 2816 x 2112, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios. Nikon Coolpix S80 is equipped with Expeed C2 processor and can take pictures up to 4320 x 3240 resolution.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Connectivity, Battery and Storage

NFC on Canon PowerShot G11

Canon PowerShot G11 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Both cameras have HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Canon PowerShot G11 comes with NB-7L battery pack and Nikon Coolpix S80 comes with EN-EL10 battery pack with battery life of 150 shots.

External Storage Slots

Canon PowerShot G11 has a single SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus card card slot. Nikon Coolpix S80 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Other Features

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Canon PowerShot G11, and up to 1/8000 sec on Nikon Coolpix S80. Canon PowerShot G11 can shoot continuously up to 1.1 fps. Nikon Coolpix S80 can shoot continuously up to 1.3 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.00 m on Canon PowerShot G11. Canon PowerShot G11 also accepts external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/2000 sec on Canon PowerShot G11.

Physical Parameters

Canon PowerShot G11 body has dimensions of 112 x 76 x 48 mm (4.41 x 2.99 x 1.89") and Nikon Coolpix S80 body has dimensions of 99 x 63 x 17 mm (3.9 x 2.48 x 0.67"). Canon PowerShot G11 weighs 375 g (0.83 lb / 13.23 oz) and Nikon Coolpix S80 weighs 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz).

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

112 mm

76 mm

99 mm

63 mm

76 mm

63 mm

Size comparisons of Canon PowerShot G11 and Nikon Coolpix S80

Canon PowerShot G11 and Nikon Coolpix S80 for Different Types of Photography

We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

Landscape Photography

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

AVERAGE

Small Sensor
Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
No Built-in GPS
No Environmental Sealing

AVERAGE

Small Sensor
Touch Screen
Low Resolution Screen - 819k dot
No Built-in GPS
No Environmental Sealing

Sports Photography

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

AVERAGE

3,200 Highest Native ISO
9 Focus Points
Face Detection
Image Stabilization
Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.1 fps
Orientation Sensor

GOOD

1,600 Highest Native ISO
0 Cross-type Focus Points
Touch-to-Focus
Face Detection
Image Stabilization
Touch Screen
Low Resolution Screen - 819k dot
No Viewfinder
Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.3 fps
Short Battery Life - 150 shots

Wildlife Photography

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

AVERAGE

3,200 Highest Native ISO
9 Focus Points
Image Stabilization
Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.1 fps
No Environmental Sealing
Orientation Sensor

AVERAGE

1,600 Highest Native ISO
0 Cross-type Focus Points
Touch-to-Focus
Image Stabilization
Touch Screen
Low Resolution Screen - 819k dot
No Viewfinder
Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.3 fps
No Environmental Sealing
Short Battery Life - 150 shots

Portrait Photography

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

GOOD

Small Sensor
9 Focus Points
Face Detection
Image Stabilization
Screen Size - 2.80"
Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
High Flash Sync Speed - 1/2000 sec
Orientation Sensor

GOOD

Small Sensor
0 Cross-type Focus Points
Touch-to-Focus
Face Detection
Image Stabilization
Touch Screen
Large Screen - 3.50"
Low Resolution Screen - 819k dot
No External Flash Connectivity

Street Photography

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

GOOD

Small Sensor
9 Focus Points
Image Stabilization
Fully Articulated Screen
Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
No Built-in GPS
No Environmental Sealing
Light - 375 g (0.83 lb / 13.23 oz)

EXCELLENT

Small Sensor
0 Cross-type Focus Points
Touch-to-Focus
Image Stabilization
Fixed Screen
Touch Screen
Low Resolution Screen - 819k dot
No Viewfinder
No Built-in GPS
No Environmental Sealing
Light - 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)

Travel Photography

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

EXCELLENT

Image Stabilization
Fully Articulated Screen
Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480
No Built-in GPS
No Environmental Sealing
Light - 375 g (0.83 lb / 13.23 oz)

EXCELLENT

Image Stabilization
Fixed Screen
Touch Screen
Low Resolution Screen - 819k dot
Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
No Built-in GPS
No Environmental Sealing
Light - 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)
Short Battery Life - 150 shots

Evaluations

We evaluate Canon PowerShot G11 and Nikon Coolpix S80 and give them scores of 63 and 60 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

OVERALL

Sensor

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

AVERAGE

Small Sensor
Low Resolution Sensor - 10 Megapixel
80 Lowest Native ISO
3,200 Highest Native ISO
Low DxO Overall Score - 47

POOR

Small Sensor
Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
80 Lowest Native ISO
1,600 Highest Native ISO

Photo

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

GOOD

Timelapse Recording
Image Stabilization
Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.1 fps
High Flash Sync Speed - 1/2000 sec

AVERAGE

Timelapse Recording
Image Stabilization
High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.3 fps
No External Flash Connectivity

Video

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

POOR

Image Stabilization
Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480

POOR

Image Stabilization
Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

Focusing

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

AVERAGE

9 Focus Points
Face Detection
Live View Autofocus

GOOD

0 Cross-type Focus Points
Touch-to-Focus
Face Detection
Live View Autofocus

Screen and Viewfinder

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

GOOD

Fully Articulated Screen
Screen Size - 2.80"
Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot

GOOD

Fixed Screen
Touch Screen
Large Screen - 3.50"
Low Resolution Screen - 819k dot
No Viewfinder

Connectivity

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

AVERAGE

HDMI Output
No Built-in Microphone
No Microphone Input
No Headphone Output
No Built-in GPS
No Built-In Wi-Fi
No Built-In Bluetooth

AVERAGE

HDMI Output
No Microphone Input
No Headphone Output
No Built-in GPS
No Built-In Wi-Fi
No Built-In Bluetooth

Battery, Storage and Physical

Canon PowerShot G11

Nikon Coolpix S80

POOR

No Environmental Sealing
Light - 375 g (0.83 lb / 13.23 oz)

POOR

No Environmental Sealing
Light - 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)
Short Battery Life - 150 shots
Internal Storage

For a full specification list please go to the specifications page: