Canon G16 vs Canon SD1200 IS

Let's look more closely at the Canon G16 and Canon SD1200 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both produced by Canon. The resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the SD1200 IS (10MP) is fairly close but the G16 (1/1.7") and SD1200 IS (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The G16 was released 4 years after the SD1200 IS which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the G16 matches up vs the SD1200 IS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G16 & Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G16 Gallery & Canon SD1200 IS Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G16 features physical dimensions of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Canon SD1200 IS has specifications of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G16 and Canon SD1200 IS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the G16 compared to the SD1200 IS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and SD1200 IS is 85 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The image below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G16 and SD1200 IS.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G16 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon G16 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent G16 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.