Canon 160 vs Nikon S01
96 Imaging
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26 Overall
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97 Imaging
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Canon 160 vs Nikon S01 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
- Launched January 2015
- Alternative Name is IXUS 160
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 96g - 77 x 52 x 17mm
- Introduced June 2013

Canon 160 vs Nikon S01 Overview
Below is a thorough comparison of the Canon 160 vs Nikon S01, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and S01 (10MP) and the 160 (1/2.3") and S01 (1/2.9") use totally different sensor sizing.

The 160 was announced 19 months later than the S01 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 160 grades vs the S01 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 160 vs Nikon S01 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 & Nikon Coolpix S01. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 160 Gallery & Nikon S01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Nikon S01
160 | S01 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | June 2013 | More recent by 19 months |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S01 over the Canon 160
S01 | 160 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 160 and Nikon S01
160 | S01 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon 160 vs Nikon S01 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon 160 has exterior 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 Nikon S01 has specifications of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs).
Compare the Canon 160 vs Nikon S01 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the 160 against the S01.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 160 and S01 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Canon 160 vs Nikon S01 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 160 and S01.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 160 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon 160 will give you more detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer 160 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon 160 vs Nikon S01 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Nikon Coolpix S01 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Nikon Coolpix S01 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 160 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.9" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.96 x 3.72mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 18.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.3 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.8 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 1.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 127g (0.28 lb) | 96g (0.21 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 77 x 52 x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | 190 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L/LH | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | - |
Card slots | Single | - |
Price at launch | $135 | $170 |