Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon 160

Below is a in depth analysis of the Canon Elph 115 IS and Canon 160, both Ultracompact cameras and both are offered by Canon. The sensor resolution of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and the 160 (20MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Elph 115 IS was launched 23 months before the 160 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Elph 115 IS grades vs the 160 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon Elph 115 IS and Canon PowerShot ELPH 160. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery and Canon 160 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon Elph 115 IS features exterior dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Canon 160 has sizing of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Canon Elph 115 IS and Canon 160 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Elph 115 IS versus the 160.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Elph 115 IS and 160 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Elph 115 IS and 160.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon 160 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older Elph 115 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.