Canon 160 vs Canon ELPH 190 IS
96 Imaging
46 Features
26 Overall
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95 Imaging
46 Features
25 Overall
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Canon 160 vs Canon ELPH 190 IS Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2015
- Also Known as IXUS 160
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 138g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2016
Canon 160 vs Canon ELPH 190 IS Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Canon 160 and Canon ELPH 190 IS, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both offered by Canon. The image resolution of the 160 (20MP) and the ELPH 190 IS (20MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe 160 was released 12 months before the ELPH 190 IS and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 160 matches up vs the ELPH 190 IS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon 160 vs Canon ELPH 190 IS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 & Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 160 Gallery & Canon ELPH 190 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Canon ELPH 190 IS
160 | ELPH 190 IS |
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Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 190 IS over the Canon 160
ELPH 190 IS | 160 | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | January 2015 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Canon 160 and Canon ELPH 190 IS
160 | ELPH 190 IS | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon 160 vs Canon ELPH 190 IS Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 160 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Canon ELPH 190 IS has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).
Look at the Canon 160 and Canon ELPH 190 IS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 160 and the ELPH 190 IS.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 160 and ELPH 190 IS is 96 and 95 respectively.
Canon 160 vs Canon ELPH 190 IS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 160 and ELPH 190 IS.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files though you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged 160 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon 160 vs Canon ELPH 190 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS |
Also referred to as | IXUS 160 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2016-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
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 | 0.8fps | 0.8fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 127 gr (0.28 lb) | 138 gr (0.30 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 | 220 images | 190 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L/LH | NB-11LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $135 | $159 |