Canon G16 vs FujiFilm JZ500

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon G16 and FujiFilm JZ500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the JZ500 (14MP) is fairly similar but the G16 (1/1.7") and JZ500 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The G16 was announced 3 years later than the JZ500 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the G16 scores against the JZ500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G16 & FujiFilm FinePix JZ500. The whole galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery & FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G16 comes with 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 FujiFilm JZ500 has dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the G16 compared to the JZ500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G16 and JZ500 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G16 and JZ500.

All in all, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G16 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the FujiFilm JZ500 will offer you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer G16 provides an edge in sensor tech.