Canon G16 vs Olympus VH-515

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon G16 versus Olympus VH-515, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the VH-515 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the G16 (1/1.7") and VH-515 (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The G16 was brought out 16 months after the VH-515 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the G16 matches up against the VH-515 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 and Olympus VH-515. The entire galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery and Olympus VH-515 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G16 has exterior dimensions of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-515 has proportions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Canon G16 versus Olympus VH-515 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the G16 versus the VH-515.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G16 and VH-515 is 85 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G16 and VH-515.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The G16 has the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The more modern G16 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.