Canon 160 vs Panasonic FS15
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Canon 160 vs Panasonic FS15 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
- Alternative Name is IXUS 160
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009

Canon 160 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview
The following is a extensive assessment of the Canon 160 vs Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and FS15 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The 160 was revealed 6 years after the FS15 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 160 matches up vs the FS15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 160 vs Panasonic FS15 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The full galleries are available at Canon 160 Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Panasonic FS15
160 | FS15 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 73 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Canon 160
FS15 | 160 |
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Common features in the Canon 160 and Panasonic FS15
160 | FS15 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon 160 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon 160 enjoys physical 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 Panasonic FS15 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
See the Canon 160 vs Panasonic FS15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the 160 and the FS15.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 160 and FS15 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon 160 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 160 and FS15.
As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon 160 to show extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher 160 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon 160 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 160 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 160 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2009-01-16 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 0.8 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max 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 pounds) | 136 gr (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L/LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $135 | $180 |