Canon 160 vs Samsung ST80
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Canon 160 vs Samsung ST80 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
- Released January 2015
- Also referred to as IXUS 160
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
Canon 160 vs Samsung ST80 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Canon 160 vs Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and ST80 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 160 was manufactured 5 years later than the ST80 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 160 grades vs the ST80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 160 vs Samsung ST80 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 and Samsung ST80. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 160 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Samsung ST80
160 | ST80 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | January 2010 | Fresher by 61 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Canon 160
ST80 | 160 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon 160 and Samsung ST80
160 | ST80 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Canon 160 vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon 160 has exterior measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung ST80 has specifications of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Canon 160 vs Samsung ST80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the 160 vs the ST80.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 160 and ST80 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Canon 160 vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 160 and ST80.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon 160 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The younger 160 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon 160 vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Samsung ST80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Samsung ST80 |
Also called as | IXUS 160 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2010-01-06 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.8 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 127 gr (0.28 lb) | 118 gr (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L/LH | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $135 | $249 |