Canon G16 vs Sony HX7V

Below, we will be comparing the Canon G16 and Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and HX7V (16MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and HX7V (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The G16 was revealed 2 years later than the HX7V and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the G16 scores versus the HX7V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The full galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G16 comes with outside 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 Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G16 and Sony HX7V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the G16 vs the HX7V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G16 and HX7V is 85 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and HX7V.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G16 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony HX7V will give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern G16 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.