Canon G16 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

Here is a in-depth overview of the Canon G16 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is fairly comparable but the G16 (1/1.7") and SP-600 UZ (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The G16 was revealed 3 years later than the SP-600 UZ and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the G16 grades versus the SP-600 UZ when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G16 and Olympus SP-600 UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery and Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G16 offers physical measurements 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 Olympus SP-600 UZ has dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the G16 versus the SP-600 UZ.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G16 and SP-600 UZ is 85 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and SP-600 UZ.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The G16 contains the larger sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The newer G16 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.