Canon 160 vs Samsung ST700
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Canon 160 vs Samsung ST700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Other Name is IXUS 160
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2011
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Following is a extended analysis of the Canon 160 versus Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and ST700 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe 160 was revealed 4 years after the ST700 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 160 grades against the ST700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 & Samsung ST700. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 160 Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Samsung ST700
| 160 | ST700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2015 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Canon 160
| ST700 | 160 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 160 and Samsung ST700
| 160 | ST700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon 160 vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon 160 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST700 has proportions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the 160 compared to the ST700.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 160 and ST700 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Canon 160 vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The pic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 160 and ST700.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon 160 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger 160 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon 160 vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Samsung ST700 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Samsung ST700 |
| Otherwise known as | IXUS 160 | - |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2011-01-05 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | () |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| 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 | 0.8 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance 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 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 127g (0.28 lb) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" 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 photos | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-11L/LH | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | - |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $135 | $280 |