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SENSOR Effective pixels: 24 megapixels
SENSOR Max resolution: 6016 x 4000
SENSOR Sensor size: APS-C (23.2 x 15.4 mm)
SENSOR Sensor photo detectors: 25 megapixels
IMAGE White balance presets: 12
PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURES Minimum shutter speed: 30 sec
PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURES Flash range: 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
OPTICS & FOCUS Number of focus points: 11
PHYSICAL Battery Life (CIPA): 540
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PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURES Continuous drive: 12.2 fps
SCREEN / VIEWFINDER Screen dots: 922,000
VIDEOGRAPHY FEATURES Microphone: Stereo
OPTICS & FOCUS Digital zoom: Yes (4x)
PHYSICAL Weight (inc. batteries): 356 g (0.78 lb / 12.56 oz)
CONNECTIVITY Wireless: Built-In
Summary
The Nikon D3200 highest resolution of 6016 x 4000 pixels (24 megapixels) is better in comparison with the Canon PowerShot G16 highest resolution of 4000 x 3000 pixels (12 megapixels). The Nikon D3200 is produced with larger sensor compared to the Canon PowerShot G16: APS-C (23.2 x 15.4 mm) versus 1/1.7' (7.44 x 5.58 mm). It is the most important advantage of this camera as big sensor lets you to take pictures of the more professional quality. The Nikon D3200 provides more number of white balance presets - 12. This option gives you more control over colour. The Canon PowerShot G16 has better 4x digital zoom. The Nikon D3200 has more focus points than the Canon PowerShot G16: 11 vs 9. More number of focus points means less risk of losing focus lock when following a moving subject.
The Canon PowerShot G16 display is better as it offers more screen dots 922,000 in comparison to 921,000 dots of the Nikon D3200 screen. The higher dot count display is better for reviewing pictures on your camera. The Nikon D3200 provides better minimum shutter speed - 30 seconds.
The Canon PowerShot G16 is produced with built-in Wi-Fi that will help the camera owner to transfer pictures wirelessly from a digital camera to a computer. The Nikon D3200 battery life is better than the Canon PowerShot G16 battery life. In accordance with CIPA standards you will be able to make 540 photos with the D3200 and only 360 with the PowerShot G16. The Canon PowerShot G16 weighs 356g that is 149g less in comparison with the weight of the D3200.
Taking into account the above-mentioned differences the D3200 will become the best choice. Get the lowest price on Amazon