Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1
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![Canon PowerShot G16 front Canon PowerShot G16 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-G16/Canon-G16-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1/Panasonic-SZ1-front.jpg)
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Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 356g - 109 x 76 x 40mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Succeeded the Canon G15
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2012
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Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon G16 and Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and SZ1 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.
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The G16 was announced 23 months later than the SZ1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the G16 scores vs the SZ1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G16 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G16 over the Panasonic SZ1
G16 | SZ1 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 23 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Canon G16
SZ1 | G16 |
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Common features in the Canon G16 and Panasonic SZ1
G16 | SZ1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G16 has got exterior dimensions of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Canon G16 and Panasonic SZ1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the G16 and the SZ1.
![Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 size comparison Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G16-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G16 and SZ1 is 85 and 95 respectively.
![Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 top view buttons comparison Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G16-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G16 and SZ1.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G16 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic SZ1 will offer extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent G16 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 sensor size comparison Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G16-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G16-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G16 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G16 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-11-25 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT PureColor II G LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 80 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 356g (0.78 lbs) | 131g (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 76 x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 230 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 250 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-10L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $499 | $179 |