Canon 160 vs Sony WX1
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Canon 160 vs Sony WX1 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
- Announced January 2015
- Also Known as IXUS 160
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 149g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Introduced August 2009
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Following is a complete comparison of the Canon 160 vs Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the 160 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") have different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 160 was manufactured 5 years after the WX1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 160 scores versus the WX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Sony WX1
| 160 | WX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2015 |  | August 2009 | More modern by 66 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Canon 160
| WX1 | 160 |
|---|
Common features in the Canon 160 and Sony WX1
| 160 | WX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Canon 160 vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to 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") accompanied by a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the 160 vs the WX1.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 160 and WX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Canon 160 vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 160 and WX1.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 160 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon 160 will render more detail due to its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent 160 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Canon 160 vs Sony WX1 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Sony |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 |
| Also referred to as | IXUS 160 | - |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2009-08-06 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 0.8 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 127 grams (0.28 pounds) | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
| 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 images | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-11L/LH | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $135 | $149 |