Canon G16 vs Fujifilm XQ2
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Canon G16 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 356g - 109 x 76 x 40mm
- Released November 2013
- Superseded the Canon G15
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 206g - 100 x 59 x 33mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Succeeded the Fujifilm XQ1
Canon G16 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Canon G16 versus Fujifilm XQ2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the G16 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe G16 was manufactured 13 months prior to the Fujifilm XQ2 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon G16 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm XQ2 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G16 grades versus the Fujifilm XQ2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon G16 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 & Fujifilm XQ2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery & Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G16 over the Fujifilm XQ2
G16 | Fujifilm XQ2 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | 920k | Sharper screen (+2k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Canon G16
Fujifilm XQ2 | G16 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | November 2013 | Newer by 13 months |
Common features in the Canon G16 and Fujifilm XQ2
G16 | Fujifilm XQ2 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Canon G16 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G16 has physical measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Fujifilm XQ2 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Analyze the Canon G16 versus Fujifilm XQ2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the G16 vs the Fujifilm XQ2.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and Fujifilm XQ2 is 85 and 92 respectively.
Canon G16 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and Fujifilm XQ2.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The G16 contains the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field more challenging. The more aged G16 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon G16 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G16 | Fujifilm XQ2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G16 | Fujifilm XQ2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2013-11-25 | 2015-01-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 6 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 2/3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT PureColor II G LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 80 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, on, off, slow syncho |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 356 gr (0.78 lbs) | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 76 x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 230 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-10L | NP-48 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $499 | $299 |