Canon G16 vs Sony W370

The following is a extended review of the Canon G16 vs Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is very similar but the G16 (1/1.7") and W370 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The G16 was announced 3 years after the W370 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the G16 grades versus the W370 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G16 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G16 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G16 has outside measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") having a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the G16 vs the W370.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and W370 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G16 and W370.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G16 having a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony W370 will offer you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher G16 will have a benefit in sensor tech.