Canon 160 vs Nikon L32

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon 160 versus Nikon L32, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 160 (20MP) and the L32 (20MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 160 was revealed around the same time to the L32 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the 160 matches up against the L32 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 & Nikon Coolpix L32. The full galleries are provided at Canon 160 Gallery & Nikon L32 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 160 enjoys external measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon L32 has dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the 160 compared to the L32.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 160 and L32 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 160 and L32.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you should always take the age of the cameras into account.