Canon G16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Here is a detailed assessment of the Canon G16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The G16 was introduced 10 months later than the Galaxy Camera and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G16 grades versus the Galaxy Camera when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G16 provides external 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check the Canon G16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G16 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and Galaxy Camera is 85 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and Galaxy Camera.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G16 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung Galaxy Camera will deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger G16 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.