Canon G16 vs Olympus 8000

Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon G16 vs Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is pretty close but the G16 (1/1.7") and 8000 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The G16 was introduced 4 years after the 8000 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the G16 scores against the 8000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G16 & Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery & Olympus 8000 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G16 offers external measurements 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 8000 has dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the G16 against the 8000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and 8000 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and 8000.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The G16 uses the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF simpler. The newer G16 will have an advantage in sensor technology.