Canon G16 vs Panasonic FX580

Here, we are reviewing the Canon G16 and Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is very comparable but the G16 (1/1.7") and FX580 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The G16 was unveiled 4 years later than the FX580 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the G16 matches up against the FX580 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G16 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G16 has got physical dimensions 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 Panasonic FX580 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the G16 and the FX580.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and FX580 is 85 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G16 and FX580.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor sizing. The G16 has the larger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field easier. The younger G16 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.