Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900
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![Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 front Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-160/Canon-160-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S6900 front Nikon Coolpix S6900 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S6900/Nikon-S6900-front.jpg)
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41 Features
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Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 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
- Revealed January 2015
- Additionally referred to as IXUS 160
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 181g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2015
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Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and S6900 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The 160 was introduced very close to the S6900 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the 160 scores against the S6900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 and Nikon Coolpix S6900. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 160 Gallery and Nikon S6900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Nikon S6900
160 | S6900 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6900 over the Canon 160
S6900 | 160 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon 160 and Nikon S6900
160 | S6900 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2015 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 160 enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S6900 has dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs).
Check the Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the 160 compared to the S6900.
![Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 size comparison Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-160-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6900-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 160 and S6900 is 96 and 93 respectively.
![Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 top view buttons comparison Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-160-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6900-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 160 and S6900.
As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon 160 to produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.
![Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 sensor size comparison Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-160-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6900-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-160-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6900-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon 160 vs Nikon S6900 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Nikon Coolpix S6900 |
Also called | IXUS 160 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.8fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 2.80 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 127 grams (0.28 lb) | 181 grams (0.40 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 photographs | 180 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L/LH | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $135 | $190 |