Canon G16 vs Nikon S8000

Below is a thorough analysis of the Canon G16 and Nikon S8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the S8000 (14MP) is very comparable but the G16 (1/1.7") and S8000 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The G16 was brought out 3 years later than the S8000 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G16 scores versus the S8000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G16 & Nikon Coolpix S8000. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G16 Gallery & Nikon S8000 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Canon G16 provides outside measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Nikon S8000 has specifications of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G16 compared to the S8000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G16 and S8000 is 85 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and S8000.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G16 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon S8000 will show greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The newer G16 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.