Canon G16 vs Samsung WB30F

Let's take a closer look at the Canon G16 versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and WB30F (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The G16 was announced 11 months after the WB30F which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the G16 scores against the WB30F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G16 & Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon G16 enjoys external 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 WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Canon G16 versus Samsung WB30F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the G16 versus the WB30F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G16 and WB30F is 85 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and WB30F.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G16 with its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung WB30F will provide extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent G16 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.