Canon G16 vs Panasonic FH7

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon G16 vs Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and FH7 (16MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and FH7 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The G16 was launched 2 years after the FH7 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G16 scores vs the FH7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G16 offers 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 Panasonic FH7 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Canon G16 vs Panasonic FH7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the G16 versus the FH7.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and FH7 is 85 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and FH7.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G16 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FH7 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern G16 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.