Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Canon 160
95 Imaging
45 Features
21 Overall
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96 Imaging
45 Features
26 Overall
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Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Canon 160 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 142g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Announced February 2014
- Other Name is IXUS 155
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 127g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched January 2015
- Also Known as IXUS 160

Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Canon 160 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 150 IS and Canon 160, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both built by Canon. The resolution of the ELPH 150 IS (20MP) and the 160 (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ELPH 150 IS was unveiled 10 months earlier than the 160 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ELPH 150 IS matches up against the 160 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Canon 160 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS and Canon PowerShot ELPH 160. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 150 IS Gallery and Canon 160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 150 IS over the Canon 160
ELPH 150 IS | 160 |
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Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Canon ELPH 150 IS
160 | ELPH 150 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2014 | Fresher by 10 months |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 150 IS and Canon 160
ELPH 150 IS | 160 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Canon 160 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 150 IS has got exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while 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).
Check out the Canon ELPH 150 IS and Canon 160 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 150 IS vs the 160.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 150 IS and 160 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Canon 160 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 150 IS and 160.
As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files although you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The older ELPH 150 IS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Canon 160 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 |
Other name | IXUS 155 | IXUS 160 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2014-02-12 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4+ | DIGIC 4+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.2-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 0.8 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow sync | Auto, on, off, slow synchro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) | 127 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
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 | 230 images | 220 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | 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 | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $149 | $135 |