Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Canon 160
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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Canon 160 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 127g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Also Known as IXUS 150
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 127g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Announced January 2015
- Other Name is IXUS 160

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Canon 160 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Canon 160, both Ultracompact cameras and both are produced by Canon. The resolution of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and the 160 (20MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ELPH 140 IS was revealed 10 months before the 160 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the ELPH 140 IS grades versus the 160 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Canon 160 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS & Canon PowerShot ELPH 160. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 140 IS Gallery & Canon 160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 140 IS over the Canon 160
ELPH 140 IS | 160 |
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Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Canon ELPH 140 IS
160 | ELPH 140 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2014 | Newer by 10 months |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 140 IS and Canon 160
ELPH 140 IS | 160 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Canon 160 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 140 IS offers exterior measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Canon 160 has measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Canon 160 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 140 IS versus the 160.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 140 IS and 160 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Canon 160 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 140 IS and 160.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon 160 to produce greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 140 IS will be behind in sensor technology.

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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Canon 160 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 |
Also Known as | IXUS 150 | IXUS 160 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2014-02-12 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.2-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 0.8 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow sync | Auto, on, off, slow synchro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 127g (0.28 lb) | 127g (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 230 photos | 220 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NB-11L/LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $129 | $135 |