Canon G16 vs Nikon S33

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon G16 vs Nikon S33, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the S33 (13MP) is very similar but the G16 (1/1.7") and S33 (1/3.1") offer different sensor sizes.

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The G16 was brought out 14 months prior to the S33 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G16 grades vs the S33 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G16 & Nikon Coolpix S33. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery & Nikon S33 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G16 offers physical dimensions 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 S33 has dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the G16 against the S33.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and S33 is 85 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G16 and S33.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G16 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon S33 will deliver greater detail having its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G16 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.