Canon G16 vs Nikon S620

Let's look more closely at the Canon G16 versus Nikon S620, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the S620 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the G16 (1/1.7") and S620 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The G16 was brought out 4 years later than the S620 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G16 grades against the S620 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G16 and Nikon Coolpix S620. The entire galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery and Nikon S620 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon G16 features exterior 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 S620 has specifications of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Canon G16 versus Nikon S620 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the G16 vs the S620.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G16 and S620 is 85 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G16 and S620.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor measurements. The G16 has got the larger sensor which should make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The more modern G16 should have an advantage in sensor tech.