Canon G16 vs Fujifilm XP80

Following is a detailed assessment of the Canon G16 versus Fujifilm XP80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm XP80 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The G16 was released 13 months prior to the Fujifilm XP80 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the G16 matches up against the Fujifilm XP80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 & Fujifilm XP80. The complete galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery & Fujifilm XP80 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G16 features outside measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XP80 has dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the G16 against the Fujifilm XP80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and Fujifilm XP80 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and Fujifilm XP80.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G16 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm XP80 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged G16 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.