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Canon 160 vs Casio EX-Z29

Portability
96
Imaging
45
Features
26
Overall
37
Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 front
 
Casio Exilim EX-Z29 front
Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
19
Overall
27

Canon 160 vs Casio EX-Z29 Key Specs

Canon 160
(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 Known as IXUS 160
Casio EX-Z29
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-113mm (F) lens
  • 125g - 101 x 57 x 23mm
  • Introduced March 2009
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Canon 160 vs Casio EX-Z29 Overview

Below, we will be analyzing the Canon 160 vs Casio EX-Z29, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and EX-Z29 (10MP) and the 160 (1/2.3") and EX-Z29 (1/2.5") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The 160 was launched 5 years later than the EX-Z29 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the 160 scores vs the EX-Z29 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Casio EX-Z29

 160 EX-Z29 
IntroducedJanuary 2015March 2009Fresher by 72 months
Screen resolution230k115kClearer screen (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z29 over the Canon 160

 EX-Z29 160 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing

Common features in the Canon 160 and Casio EX-Z29

 160 EX-Z29 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen measurement
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Canon 160 vs Casio EX-Z29 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 160 has outside dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z29 has proportions of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the 160 compared to the EX-Z29.

Canon 160 vs Casio EX-Z29 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 160 and EX-Z29 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon 160 vs Casio EX-Z29 top view buttons comparison

Canon 160 vs Casio EX-Z29 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The visual below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 160 and EX-Z29.

All in all, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 160 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon 160 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent 160 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

Canon 160 vs Casio EX-Z29 sensor size comparison

Canon 160 vs Casio EX-Z29 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 160 vs Casio EX-Z29 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 160 Portrait photography info
Casio EX-Z29 Portrait photography info
38
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
features face detect focusing
manual focus not available
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
26
manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.5")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon 160 Street photography advice
Casio EX-Z29 Street photography advice
59
image stabilization (Digital)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
47
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.5")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon 160 as a Sports photography camera
Casio EX-Z29 as a Sports photography camera
43
image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
features tracking focus
slow frames per second (0.8 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
16
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.5")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon 160 as a Travel photography camera
Casio EX-Z29 as a Travel photography camera
67
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
57
flash built-in
very good maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (10MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 160 Landscape photography details
Casio EX-Z29 Landscape photography details
41
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
manual focus not available
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
31
manual focus
very good maximum aperture (f)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.5")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 160 Vlogging details
Casio EX-Z29 Vlogging details
32
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
features face detect focusing
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic support
25
very good maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
missing external mic port
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Canon 160 vs Casio EX-Z29 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 160 and Casio EX-Z29
 Canon PowerShot ELPH 160Casio Exilim EX-Z29
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Casio
Model type Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 Casio Exilim EX-Z29
Also Known as IXUS 160 -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2015-01-06 2009-03-03
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by DIGIC 4+ -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.5"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 5.744 x 4.308mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 24.7mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 5152 x 3864 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
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) 38-113mm (3.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-6.9 -
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 6.3
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 115k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 0.8 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 2.80 m
Flash options Auto, on, off, slow synchro Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Red Eye Reduction
Hot shoe
Auto exposure 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) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
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 pounds) 125 gr (0.28 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") 101 x 57 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" 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 220 photos -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-11L/LH NP-60
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card SDHC / SD Memory Card
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $135 $79