Canon G16 vs Leica M-E Typ 220
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Canon G16 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Replaced the Canon G15
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2500
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 585g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Announced September 2012
Canon G16 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Canon G16 vs Leica M-E Typ 220, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Leica. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) feature different sensor dimensions.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe G16 was revealed 15 months after the M-E Typ 220 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon G16 being a Compact camera and the Leica M-E Typ 220 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the G16 grades against the M-E Typ 220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon G16 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G16 and Leica M-E Typ 220. The full galleries are provided at Canon G16 Gallery and Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G16 over the Leica M-E Typ 220
G16 | M-E Typ 220 | |||
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Announced | November 2013 | September 2012 | More modern by 15 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Leica M-E Typ 220 over the Canon G16
M-E Typ 220 | G16 |
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Common features in the Canon G16 and Leica M-E Typ 220
G16 | M-E Typ 220 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon G16 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G16 offers physical dimensions of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Leica M-E Typ 220 has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).
Look at the Canon G16 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the G16 compared to the M-E Typ 220.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and M-E Typ 220 is 85 and 79 respectively.
Canon G16 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G16 and M-E Typ 220.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G16 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Leica M-E Typ 220 will provide extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent G16 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon G16 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G16 | Leica M-E Typ 220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Leica |
Model | Canon PowerShot G16 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-11-25 | 2012-09-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5212 x 3472 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 2500 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Leica M |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 59 |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT PureColor II G LCD | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder coverage | 80% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/2000s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 356g (0.78 lbs) | 585g (1.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 109 x 76 x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 54 | 69 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | 230 | 787 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-10L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $499 | $0 |