Canon 160 vs Canon 170 IS

Lets look more closely at the Canon 160 vs Canon 170 IS, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Canon. The sensor resolution of the 160 (20MP) and the 170 IS (20MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 160 was brought out around the same time to the 170 IS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 160 scores against the 170 IS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 and Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS. The entire galleries are available at Canon 160 Gallery and Canon 170 IS Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 160 features physical 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 170 IS has proportions of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

See the Canon 160 vs Canon 170 IS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the 160 versus the 170 IS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 160 and 170 IS is 96 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 160 and 170 IS.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures however you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.