Canon G16 vs Nikon P7100

Below is a in depth overview of the Canon G16 versus Nikon P7100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the P7100 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/1.7").

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The G16 was introduced 22 months later than the P7100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G16 matches up vs the P7100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 & Nikon Coolpix P7100. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G16 Gallery & Nikon P7100 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Canon G16 offers external measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") having a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Nikon P7100 has specifications of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the G16 and the P7100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and P7100 is 85 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G16 and P7100.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon G16 to produce more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G16 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.