Canon G16 vs Nikon S01
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Canon G16 vs Nikon S01 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced November 2013
- Superseded the Canon G15
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 96g - 77 x 52 x 17mm
- Launched June 2013
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The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon G16 vs Nikon S01, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the S01 (10MP) is very close but the G16 (1/1.7") and S01 (1/2.9") use different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe G16 was announced 6 months after the S01 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G16 being a Compact camera and the Nikon S01 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the G16 matches up versus the S01 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G16 & Nikon Coolpix S01. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery & Nikon S01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G16 over the Nikon S01
| G16 | S01 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S01 over the Canon G16
| S01 | G16 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon G16 and Nikon S01
| G16 | S01 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | November 2013 |  | June 2013 | Same age |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon G16 vs Nikon S01 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G16 comes with external measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Nikon S01 has specifications of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the G16 vs the S01.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and S01 is 85 and 97 respectively.
Canon G16 vs Nikon S01 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and S01.
As you have seen, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G16 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon G16 will provide you with more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively.
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Canon G16 vs Nikon S01 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot G16 | Nikon Coolpix S01 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon PowerShot G16 | Nikon Coolpix S01 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2013-11-25 | 2013-06-21 |
| Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 6 | Expeed C2 |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.9" |
| Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 4.96 x 3.72mm |
| Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 18.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| 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 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 7.3 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT PureColor II G LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 80% | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 1s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m | 1.20 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 356g (0.78 lb) | 96g (0.21 lb) |
| Dimensions | 109 x 76 x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 77 x 52 x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
| 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 shots | 190 shots |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NB-10L | Built-in |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
| Storage slots | One | - |
| Launch pricing | $499 | $170 |
