Canon 160 vs Sony TX55

Let's look a little more closely at the Canon 160 versus Sony TX55, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and TX55 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 160 was released 3 years later than the TX55 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 160 scores vs the TX55 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 160 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 160 provides physical measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony TX55 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 160 versus Sony TX55 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 160 and the TX55.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 160 and TX55 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 160 and TX55.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon 160 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 160 should have an edge in sensor tech.