Canon G16 vs Sony WX80

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon G16 versus Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and WX80 (16MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and WX80 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The G16 was unveiled 11 months later than the WX80 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G16 grades versus the WX80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are provided at Canon G16 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G16 has got exterior measurements 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 WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the G16 against the WX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and WX80 is 85 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and WX80.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G16 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony WX80 will give you more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger G16 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.