Canon G16 vs Olympus FE-4030

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon G16 versus Olympus FE-4030, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the FE-4030 (14MP) is relatively close but the G16 (1/1.7") and FE-4030 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G16 was brought out 3 years later than the FE-4030 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the G16 grades versus the FE-4030 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 & Olympus FE-4030. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G16 Gallery & Olympus FE-4030 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon G16 has got exterior 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 Olympus FE-4030 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G16 versus Olympus FE-4030 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the G16 compared to the FE-4030.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G16 and FE-4030 is 85 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G16 and FE-4030.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G16 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Olympus FE-4030 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent G16 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.