Canon G16 vs Nikon S800c

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon G16 vs Nikon S800c, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and S800c (16MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and S800c (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The G16 was introduced 10 months after the S800c and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the G16 grades vs the S800c in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G16 and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The whole galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G16 has outer dimensions 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 S800c has sizing of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the G16 compared to the S800c.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and S800c is 85 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G16 and S800c.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G16 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon S800c will give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher G16 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.