Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Canon 160

Here is a thorough overview of the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Canon 160, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are produced by Canon. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and 160 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 300 HS was announced 4 years earlier than the 160 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the ELPH 300 HS grades versus the 160 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Canon PowerShot ELPH 160. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Canon 160 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 300 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Canon 160 has proportions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Canon 160 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the ELPH 300 HS and the 160.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 300 HS and 160 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The visual here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 300 HS and 160.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon 160 to result in greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The older ELPH 300 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.