Canon G16 vs Panasonic ZS70

Its time to look more closely at the Canon G16 and Panasonic ZS70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and ZS70 (20MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and ZS70 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The G16 was introduced 4 years before the ZS70 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G16 matches up against the ZS70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G16 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The whole galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G16 has got external 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) while the Panasonic ZS70 has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Check out the Canon G16 and Panasonic ZS70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the G16 against the ZS70.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and ZS70 is 85 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and ZS70.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G16 having a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic ZS70 will offer greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older G16 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.