Canon 160 vs Sony TX5
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Canon 160 vs Sony TX5 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
- Released January 2015
- Alternative Name is IXUS 160
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 18mm
- Launched February 2010
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Below, we will be comparing the Canon 160 versus Sony TX5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the 160 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") use different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 160 was announced 4 years after the TX5 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the 160 scores vs the TX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 160 Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Sony TX5
| 160 | TX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2015 |  | February 2010 | More modern by 60 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX5 over the Canon 160
| TX5 | 160 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 160 and Sony TX5
| 160 | TX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon 160 vs Sony TX5 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon 160 has got 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) while the Sony TX5 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the 160 against the TX5.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 160 and TX5 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Canon 160 vs Sony TX5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 160 and TX5.
All in all, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 160 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon 160 will offer you more detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher 160 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Canon 160 vs Sony TX5 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Sony |
| Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 |
| Also called as | IXUS 160 | - |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2015-01-06 | 2010-02-18 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | DIGIC 4+ | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.5-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 0.8fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.00 m | 2.90 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB 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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 127 gr (0.28 pounds) | 148 gr (0.33 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 94 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" 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 pictures | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NB-11L/LH | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $135 | $239 |