Canon G16 vs Sony W690

Lets look closer at the Canon G16 versus Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and W690 (16MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and W690 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The G16 was introduced 22 months later than the W690 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the G16 matches up versus the W690 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G16 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G16 features exterior 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 W690 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Canon G16 versus Sony W690 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the G16 vs the W690.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and W690 is 85 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and W690.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G16 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony W690 will give you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern G16 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.