Canon G16 vs Sony G3

Below is a in depth overview of the Canon G16 versus Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is very close but the G16 (1/1.7") and G3 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The G16 was introduced 4 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the G16 scores against the G3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G16 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The whole galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G16 enjoys external dimensions 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 Sony G3 has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the G16 and the G3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G16 and G3 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G16 and G3.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G16 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon G16 will result in greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher G16 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.