Canon G16 vs Casio EX-FC150

Here is a complete assessment of the Canon G16 and Casio EX-FC150, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Casio. The resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the EX-FC150 (10MP) is fairly similar but the G16 (1/1.7") and EX-FC150 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.

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The G16 was introduced 4 years later than the EX-FC150 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the G16 scores versus the EX-FC150 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G16 and Casio Exilim EX-FC150. The whole galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery and Casio EX-FC150 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G16 provides external measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-FC150 has proportions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the G16 and the EX-FC150.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and EX-FC150 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G16 and EX-FC150.

As you can tell, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G16 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon G16 will offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent G16 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.