Canon G16 vs Panasonic ZR1

Its time to look more closely at the Canon G16 and Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the G16 (1/1.7") and ZR1 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The G16 was revealed 4 years after the ZR1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G16 grades vs the ZR1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G16 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The full galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon G16 comes with outside measurements 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 ZR1 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G16 and Panasonic ZR1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the G16 versus the ZR1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and ZR1 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G16 and ZR1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The G16 contains the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The younger G16 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.