Canon G16 vs Canon SD3500 IS

Here is a extended assessment of the Canon G16 vs Canon SD3500 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the SD3500 IS (14MP) is relatively close but the G16 (1/1.7") and SD3500 IS (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The G16 was brought out 3 years later than the SD3500 IS and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the G16 matches up against the SD3500 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 & Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS. The entire galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery & Canon SD3500 IS Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G16 has outside dimensions of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") having a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Canon SD3500 IS has measurements of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the G16 and the SD3500 IS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and SD3500 IS is 85 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G16 and SD3500 IS.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G16 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon SD3500 IS will result in extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern G16 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.