Canon G16 vs Nikon P300

Below, we are evaluating the Canon G16 versus Nikon P300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the P300 (12MP) is very comparable but the G16 (1/1.7") and P300 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The G16 was brought out 2 years after the P300 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G16 matches up vs the P300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G16 & Nikon Coolpix P300. The entire galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery & Nikon P300 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G16 enjoys 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) whilst the Nikon P300 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the G16 against the P300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G16 and P300 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G16 and P300.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same MP but not the same sensor sizes. The G16 uses the larger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF easier. The more modern G16 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.