Canon IXUS 165 vs Nikon A100
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Canon IXUS 165 vs Nikon A100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 128g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2016

Canon IXUS 165 vs Nikon A100 Overview
The following is a thorough review of the Canon IXUS 165 versus Nikon A100, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the IXUS 165 (20MP) and the A100 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The IXUS 165 was unveiled 12 months before the A100 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the IXUS 165 matches up against the A100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon IXUS 165 vs Nikon A100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon IXUS 165 & Nikon Coolpix A100. The full galleries are viewable at Canon IXUS 165 Gallery & Nikon A100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon IXUS 165 over the Nikon A100
IXUS 165 | A100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Canon IXUS 165
A100 | IXUS 165 | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2015 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Canon IXUS 165 and Nikon A100
IXUS 165 | A100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon IXUS 165 vs Nikon A100 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon IXUS 165 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon A100 has measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Canon IXUS 165 versus Nikon A100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the IXUS 165 and the A100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the IXUS 165 and A100 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon IXUS 165 vs Nikon A100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The picture below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the IXUS 165 and A100.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you may want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged IXUS 165 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon IXUS 165 vs Nikon A100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon IXUS 165 vs Nikon A100 Specifications
Canon IXUS 165 | Nikon Coolpix A100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon IXUS 165 | Nikon Coolpix A100 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2016-01-14 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.8 frames per sec | 1.1 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 lb) | 119g (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | 250 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L/LH | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $0 | $162 |