Canon 160 vs Canon SD940 IS
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Canon 160 vs Canon SD940 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
- Announced January 2015
- Also referred to as IXUS 160
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 120g - 89 x 55 x 20mm
- Launched August 2009
- Also referred to as Digital IXUS 120 IS
Canon 160 vs Canon SD940 IS Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Canon 160 vs Canon SD940 IS, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both created by Canon. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and SD940 IS (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe 160 was brought out 5 years after the SD940 IS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 160 matches up vs the SD940 IS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon 160 vs Canon SD940 IS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 and Canon PowerShot SD940 IS. The entire galleries are available at Canon 160 Gallery and Canon SD940 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Canon SD940 IS
160 | SD940 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | August 2009 | Newer by 66 months |
Reasons to pick Canon SD940 IS over the Canon 160
SD940 IS | 160 |
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Common features in the Canon 160 and Canon SD940 IS
160 | SD940 IS | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon 160 vs Canon SD940 IS Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 160 provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Canon SD940 IS has specifications of 89mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 160 vs Canon SD940 IS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the 160 against the SD940 IS.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 160 and SD940 IS is 96 and 96 respectively.
Canon 160 vs Canon SD940 IS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The picture below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 160 and SD940 IS.
To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon 160 to provide extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 160 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Canon 160 vs Canon SD940 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Canon PowerShot SD940 IS |
Also Known as | IXUS 160 | Digital IXUS 120 IS |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2009-08-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.8 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 127 gr (0.28 pounds) | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 89 x 55 x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L/LH | NB-4L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $135 | $299 |