Canon G16 vs FujiFilm F300EXR

Here, we are matching up the Canon G16 vs FujiFilm F300EXR, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the F300EXR (12MP) is fairly well matched but the G16 (1/1.7") and F300EXR (1/2") boast totally different sensor size.

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The G16 was manufactured 3 years later than the F300EXR and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the G16 grades against the F300EXR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G16 and FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR. The entire galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery and FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G16 enjoys physical measurements 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 FujiFilm F300EXR has sizing of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G16 vs FujiFilm F300EXR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the G16 versus the F300EXR.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G16 and F300EXR is 85 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G16 and F300EXR.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor measurements. The G16 has got the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The newer G16 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.