Canon G16 vs Samsung TL350

Below, we are analyzing the Canon G16 and Samsung TL350, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the TL350 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the G16 (1/1.7") and TL350 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The G16 was manufactured 3 years after the TL350 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the G16 scores versus the TL350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G16 & Samsung TL350. The entire galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery & Samsung TL350 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon G16 has physical 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 Samsung TL350 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Canon G16 and Samsung TL350 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the G16 versus the TL350.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and TL350 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The image here will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G16 and TL350.

All in all, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G16 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon G16 will give more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher G16 should have an edge in sensor innovation.