Canon 160 vs Canon SX160 IS

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon 160 vs Canon SX160 IS, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Canon. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and SX160 IS (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 160 was revealed 19 months after the SX160 IS which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon 160 being a Ultracompact camera and the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the 160 grades vs the SX160 IS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 & Canon PowerShot SX160 IS. The full galleries are provided at Canon 160 Gallery & Canon SX160 IS Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon 160 features outer measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Canon SX160 IS has specifications of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the 160 and the SX160 IS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 160 and SX160 IS is 96 and 86 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 160 and SX160 IS.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon 160 to produce extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent 160 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.