Canon G16 vs Fujifilm X30

Following is a in-depth review of the Canon G16 versus Fujifilm X30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) is very close but the G16 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G16 was announced 9 months earlier than the Fujifilm X30 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the G16 grades versus the Fujifilm X30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G16 & Fujifilm X30. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery & Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G16 has outside dimensions of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Fujifilm X30 has specifications of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the G16 versus the Fujifilm X30.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and Fujifilm X30 is 85 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G16 and Fujifilm X30.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The G16 comes with the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field harder. The more aged G16 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.