Canon G16 vs Samsung PL200
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Canon G16 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 356g - 109 x 76 x 40mm
- Announced November 2013
- Superseded the Canon G15
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Released July 2010
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon G16 and Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the G16 (1/1.7") and PL200 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.
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Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the G16 matches up against the PL200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Canon G16 over the Samsung PL200
| G16 | PL200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | November 2013 |  | July 2010 | Fresher by 41 months |
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Canon G16
| PL200 | G16 |
|---|
Common features in the Canon G16 and Samsung PL200
| G16 | PL200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Canon G16 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon G16 provides exterior measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the G16 vs the PL200.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and PL200 is 85 and 94 respectively.
Canon G16 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G16 and PL200.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G16 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung PL200 will provide more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer G16 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon G16 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot G16 | Samsung PL200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot G16 | Samsung PL200 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2013-11-25 | 2010-07-21 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Digic 6 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.3-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | TFT PureColor II G LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 80% | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 12.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 356 gr (0.78 pounds) | 170 gr (0.37 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 109 x 76 x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" 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 photos | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-10L | BP70A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $499 | $0 |