Canon G16 vs Olympus FE-47

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon G16 versus Olympus FE-47, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the FE-47 (14MP) is relatively close but the G16 (1/1.7") and FE-47 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The G16 was launched 3 years later than the FE-47 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the G16 grades against the FE-47 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 & Olympus FE-47. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery & Olympus FE-47 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G16 provides outside measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Olympus FE-47 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the G16 compared to the FE-47.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G16 and FE-47 is 85 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and FE-47.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G16 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Olympus FE-47 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer G16 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.