Canon 160 vs Nikon S3700

Below, we are contrasting the Canon 160 and Nikon S3700, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 160 (20MP) and the S3700 (20MP) is very comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 160 was manufactured around the same time to the S3700 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the 160 matches up vs the S3700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 & Nikon Coolpix S3700. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 160 Gallery & Nikon S3700 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 160 has outside measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon S3700 has measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 160 and Nikon S3700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the 160 versus the S3700.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 160 and S3700 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 160 and S3700.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you might want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.