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Canon G16 vs Nikon L24

Portability
85
Imaging
37
Features
62
Overall
47
Canon PowerShot G16 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L24 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30

Canon G16 vs Nikon L24 Key Specs

Canon G16
(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
  • Launched November 2013
  • Old Model is Canon G15
Nikon L24
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
  • 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
  • Introduced February 2011
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Canon G16 vs Nikon L24 Overview

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon G16 vs Nikon L24, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the L24 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the G16 (1/1.7") and L24 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The G16 was unveiled 2 years after the L24 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G16 scores versus the L24 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon G16 over the Nikon L24

 G16 L24 
IntroducedNovember 2013February 2011More modern by 34 months
Manual focus More exact focus
Display resolution922k230kCrisper display (+692k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Canon G16

 L24 G16 

Common features in the Canon G16 and Nikon L24

 G16 L24 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display sizing
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Canon G16 vs Nikon L24 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon G16 comes with external dimensions of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") having a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Nikon L24 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the G16 and the L24.

Canon G16 vs Nikon L24 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and L24 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Canon G16 vs Nikon L24 top view buttons comparison

Canon G16 vs Nikon L24 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G16 and L24.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G16 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon L24 will provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger G16 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon G16 vs Nikon L24 sensor size comparison

Canon G16 vs Nikon L24 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G16 vs Nikon L24 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G16 Portrait photography info
Nikon L24 Portrait photography info
48
you can focus manually
above average flash sync speed (1/2,000 seconds)
features face detect focus
exports RAW files
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/1.7")
33
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
supports face detection focusing
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon G16 as a Street photography camera
Nikon L24 as a Street photography camera
58
has image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW files
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/1.7")
heavier than competitors in class (356 grams)
47
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon G16 Sports photography details
Nikon L24 Sports photography details
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking focus
good battery power (360 per charge)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/1.7")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
26
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon G16 Travel photography factors
Nikon L24 Travel photography factors
64
good battery power (360 CIPA)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.8)
heavier than competitors in class (356g)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
57
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
does not have Timelapse mode
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G16 Landscape photography features
Nikon L24 Landscape photography features
58
you can focus manually
decently wide (28mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.8)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW files
good battery power (360 CIPA)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/1.7")
33
screen size is good (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G16 Vlogging features
Nikon L24 Vlogging features
33
decently wide (28mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.8)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic port
heavier than competitors in class (356g)
25
supports face detection focusing
wide angle not good (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external microphone support
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Canon G16 vs Nikon L24 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G16 and Nikon L24
 Canon PowerShot G16Nikon Coolpix L24
General Information
Company Canon Nikon
Model Canon PowerShot G16 Nikon Coolpix L24
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2013-11-25 2011-02-09
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Digic 6 Expeed C2
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/1.7" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 7.44 x 5.58mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 41.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 12800 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 37-134mm (3.6x)
Maximal aperture f/1.8-2.8 f/3.1-6.7
Macro focus distance 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 4.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Screen resolution 922k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech TFT PureColor II G LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (tunnel) None
Viewfinder coverage 80 percent -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 12.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.00 m 7.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/2000 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 356 gr (0.78 pounds) 182 gr (0.40 pounds)
Dimensions 109 x 76 x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 54 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 21.0 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 11.7 not tested
DXO Low light score 230 not tested
Other
Battery life 360 pictures 220 pictures
Battery style Battery Pack AA
Battery model NB-10L 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Launch cost $499 $119