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G16 vs S120

Started Feb 2, 2022 | Questions thread
GeraldW Veteran Member • Posts: 8,872
Re: G16 vs S120
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Peter,

I used a G15 and an S95 for years and years.  Conceptually, pretty close to the G16, and not quite as close to the S120.  I always favored the S cameras for their pocketability, and surprisingly, their better color rendition for sunsets, flowers, & fall colors.  However, their "used-bar-of-soap" shape made then hard to grip safely, and I used several kinds of stick-on grips on the front to get a better hold on them.

Some years ago, an Aussie named Marco Nero did some beautiful work with S series models; but did not like the results from his S120 and I believe he reverted to an S110.

I still have the G15 and S95; but seldom use either one, as I moved to a G7X II several years ago and generally prefer that for it's color rendition after tweaking the settings, its built in grip, and much larger 20 MP sensor.  And for most subjects, its 1.6x multiplier mode gives an equivalent 160 mm focal length at 8 MP with good quality.

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Jerry

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