Canon G16 vs Panasonic SZ8

Below, we will be analyzing the Canon G16 versus Panasonic SZ8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and SZ8 (16MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and SZ8 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The G16 was manufactured at a similar time to the SZ8 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the G16 grades against the SZ8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G16 enjoys outer measurements 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 Panasonic SZ8 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the G16 versus the SZ8.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and SZ8 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and SZ8.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G16 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic SZ8 will show extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.