Canon G16 vs Nikon L28
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Canon G16 vs Nikon L28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 356g - 109 x 76 x 40mm
- Revealed November 2013
- Succeeded the Canon G15
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Released January 2013
Canon G16 vs Nikon L28 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon G16 and Nikon L28, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and L28 (20MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and L28 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe G16 was revealed 10 months after the L28 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G16 matches up vs the L28 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon G16 vs Nikon L28 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 & Nikon Coolpix L28. The full galleries are provided at Canon G16 Gallery & Nikon L28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G16 over the Nikon L28
G16 | L28 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | January 2013 | More modern by 10 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Canon G16
L28 | G16 |
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Common features in the Canon G16 and Nikon L28
G16 | L28 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon G16 vs Nikon L28 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G16 offers outside measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Nikon L28 has proportions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Canon G16 and Nikon L28 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the G16 versus the L28.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and L28 is 85 and 93 respectively.
Canon G16 vs Nikon L28 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The picture below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G16 and L28.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G16 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon L28 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer G16 provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Canon G16 vs Nikon L28 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G16 | Nikon Coolpix L28 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G16 | Nikon Coolpix L28 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-11-25 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT PureColor II G LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 80 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 356 gr (0.78 pounds) | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 76 x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 230 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 shots | 280 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-10L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $499 | $90 |