Canon G16 vs Sony HX30V

Here is a extended comparison of the Canon G16 vs Sony HX30V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and HX30V (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The G16 was revealed 22 months later than the HX30V which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G16 matches up versus the HX30V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G16 has got outer dimensions of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony HX30V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the G16 versus the HX30V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and HX30V is 85 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G16 and HX30V.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G16 using its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony HX30V will give you extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G16 will have a benefit in sensor tech.