Canon G16 vs Canon S95

Below, we will be matching up the Canon G16 and Canon S95, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both produced by Canon. The image resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the S95 (10MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/1.7").

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The G16 was released 3 years later than the S95 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the G16 matches up against the S95 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 & Canon PowerShot S95. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery & Canon S95 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G16 features exterior measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Canon S95 has dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the G16 compared to the S95.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and S95 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G16 and S95.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon G16 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern G16 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.