Canon G16 vs Olympus XZ-1

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon G16 vs Olympus XZ-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the XZ-1 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the G16 (1/1.7") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G16 was introduced 2 years after the XZ-1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the G16 scores versus the XZ-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 & Olympus XZ-1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G16 Gallery & Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G16 features 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 XZ-1 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the G16 compared to the XZ-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and XZ-1 is 85 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and XZ-1.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G16 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Canon G16 will give greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern G16 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.