Canon 160 vs Nikon S230
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Canon 160 vs Nikon S230 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
- Alternate Name is IXUS 160
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2000
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Released February 2009
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The following is a extended assessment of the Canon 160 vs Nikon S230, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and S230 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 160 was unveiled 6 years after the S230 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the 160 matches up against the S230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 & Nikon Coolpix S230. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 160 Gallery & Nikon S230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Nikon S230
| 160 | S230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2015 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 73 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Canon 160
| S230 | 160 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 160 and Nikon S230
| 160 | S230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon 160 vs Nikon S230 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 160 enjoys outside measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon S230 has measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the 160 versus the S230.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 160 and S230 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Canon 160 vs Nikon S230 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 160 and S230.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon 160 to provide extra detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger 160 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon 160 vs Nikon S230 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Nikon Coolpix S230 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Nikon Coolpix S230 |
| Also called | IXUS 160 | - |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2009-02-03 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 2000 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 0.8fps | 11.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 127 gr (0.28 lbs) | 115 gr (0.25 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 shots | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-11L/LH | EN-EL10 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $135 | $150 |