Canon G16 vs Sony HX99

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon G16 vs Sony HX99, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) posses different sensor sizing.

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The G16 was manufactured 5 years before the HX99 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the G16 grades versus the HX99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G16 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G16 enjoys exterior dimensions of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G16 vs Sony HX99 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the G16 and the HX99.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and HX99 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G16 and HX99.

As you can tell, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G16 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony HX99 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older G16 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.