Canon G16 vs Nikon L100

Let's look much closer at the Canon G16 and Nikon L100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the L100 (10MP) is relatively close but the G16 (1/1.7") and L100 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The G16 was manufactured 4 years after the L100 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the G16 matches up vs the L100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 & Nikon Coolpix L100. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery & Nikon L100 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G16 has got exterior dimensions 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 Nikon L100 has proportions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the G16 versus the L100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and L100 is 85 and 79 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The picture below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G16 and L100.

Plainly, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G16 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon G16 will render more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger G16 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.