Canon G16 vs Leica C

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon G16 versus Leica C, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. The resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the C (12MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/1.7").

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The G16 was unveiled 3 months after the C which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the G16 scores vs the C with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G16 and Leica C. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery and Leica C Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon G16 provides outer 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 Leica C has sizing of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G16 versus Leica C in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the G16 and the C.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and C is 85 and 92 respectively.

Often, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and C.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration.