Canon G16 vs Olympus FE-45

Here, we will be comparing the Canon G16 and Olympus FE-45, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the FE-45 (10MP) is relatively close but the G16 (1/1.7") and FE-45 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The G16 was brought out 4 years later than the FE-45 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the G16 matches up against the FE-45 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 and Olympus FE-45. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G16 Gallery and Olympus FE-45 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G16 comes with outside dimensions of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") having a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Olympus FE-45 has measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Canon G16 and Olympus FE-45 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the G16 vs the FE-45.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G16 and FE-45 is 85 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G16 and FE-45.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G16 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon G16 will render greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer G16 should have an edge in sensor innovation.