Canon G16 vs Fujifilm XP50

Here, we are matching up the Canon G16 vs Fujifilm XP50, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the G16 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm XP50 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The G16 was introduced 23 months later than the Fujifilm XP50 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the G16 grades vs the Fujifilm XP50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G16 and Fujifilm FinePix XP50. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G16 Gallery and Fujifilm XP50 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G16 enjoys 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) while the Fujifilm XP50 has proportions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the G16 vs the Fujifilm XP50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and Fujifilm XP50 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and Fujifilm XP50.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G16 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm XP50 will show extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern G16 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.