Canon A495 vs Canon G16

Following is a complete assessment of the Canon A495 vs Canon G16, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are created by Canon. The image resolution of the A495 (10MP) and the G16 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the A495 (1/2.3") and G16 (1/1.7") use different sensor dimensions.

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The A495 was brought out 4 years before the G16 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the A495 grades against the G16 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A495 & Canon PowerShot G16. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A495 Gallery & Canon G16 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon A495 provides outer measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Canon G16 has specifications of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the A495 versus the G16.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A495 and G16 is 93 and 85 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A495 and G16.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A495 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon G16 will show greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged A495 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.