Canon G16 vs Kodak M550

Let's look more closely at the Canon G16 and Kodak M550, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the M550 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the G16 (1/1.7") and M550 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The G16 was brought out 3 years after the M550 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G16 scores vs the M550 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 and Kodak EasyShare M550. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery and Kodak M550 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon G16 has got external measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") having a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Kodak M550 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Canon G16 and Kodak M550 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the G16 against the M550.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and M550 is 85 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The picture below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G16 and M550.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The G16 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF easier. The more recent G16 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.