Canon PowerShot G15 vs Canon PowerShot G16

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot G15 and the Canon PowerShot G16, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Canon PowerShot G15 was introduced in September 2012 and Canon PowerShot G16 was introduced in November 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot G15 over Canon PowerShot G16.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot G16 over Canon PowerShot G15.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Canon PowerShot G15 and Canon PowerShot G16 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 922k dot resolution.

Viewfinder

Cameras have built-in Optical (tunnel) viewfinders. magnification and Canon PowerShot G16 has 80% coverage magnification.

Canon PowerShot G15 features a 12.1 megapixel 1/1.7-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 7.44 x 5.58 mm and a total area of 41.5 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 12,800. Canon PowerShot G16 features a 12.1 megapixel 1/1.7-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 7.44 x 5.58 mm and a total area of 31.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 12,800.

Canon PowerShot G16 has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Canon PowerShot G15 is equipped with DIGIC 5 processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 3000, 4000 x 2248, 4000 x 2664, 2992 x 2992, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1880, 2816 x 1584, 2112 x 2112, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1600 x 1064, 1200 x 1200, 640 x 480, 640 x 424, 640 x 360, 480 x 480 with 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Canon PowerShot G16 is equipped with DIGIC 6 processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2248, 4000 x 2664, 2992 x 2992, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1880, 2816 x 1584, 2112 x 2112, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1600 x 1064, 1200 x 1200, 640 x 480, 640 x 424, 640 x 360, 480 x 480 with 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Canon PowerShot G16

Canon PowerShot G16 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Canon PowerShot G15 has a Mini HDMI and Canon PowerShot G16 has a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Canon PowerShot G15 and Canon PowerShot G16 come with NB-10L battery pack with battery life of 350 shots on Canon PowerShot G15 and with battery life of 360 shots on Canon PowerShot G16.

External Storage Slots

Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Canon PowerShot G15, and up to 1/4000 sec on Canon PowerShot G16. Canon PowerShot G15 can shoot continuously up to 2.1 fps. Canon PowerShot G16 can shoot continuously up to 12.2 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.00 m.. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount to Canon PowerShot G16. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/2000 sec on both cameras.

Canon PowerShot G15 body has dimensions of 107 x 76 x 40 mm (4.21 x 2.99 x 1.57") and Canon PowerShot G16 body has dimensions of 109 x 76 x 40 mm (4.29 x 2.99 x 1.57"). Canon PowerShot G15 weighs 352 g (0.78 lb / 12.42 oz) and Canon PowerShot G16 weighs 356 g (0.78 lb / 12.56 oz).

Canon PowerShot G15

Canon PowerShot G16

107 mm

76 mm

109 mm

76 mm

76 mm

76 mm