Canon S110 vs Canon SX160 IS
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Canon S110 vs Canon SX160 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 198g - 99 x 59 x 27mm
- Revealed September 2012
- Replaced the Canon S100
- Newer Model is Canon S120
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 291g - 111 x 73 x 44mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Succeeded the Canon SX150 IS
- Later Model is Canon SX170 IS

Canon S110 vs Canon SX160 IS Overview
Here is a in-depth assessment of the Canon S110 versus Canon SX160 IS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Canon. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the S110 (12MP) and SX160 IS (16MP) and the S110 (1/1.7") and SX160 IS (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

The S110 was manufactured 9 months before the SX160 IS so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the S110 grades against the SX160 IS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon S110 vs Canon SX160 IS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S110 & Canon PowerShot SX160 IS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon S110 Gallery & Canon SX160 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S110 over the Canon SX160 IS
S110 | SX160 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the Canon S110
SX160 IS | S110 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | September 2012 | Fresher by 9 months |
Common features in the Canon S110 and Canon SX160 IS
S110 | SX160 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon S110 vs Canon SX160 IS Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon S110 has got exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Canon SX160 IS has measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs).
Analyze the Canon S110 versus Canon SX160 IS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S110 compared to the SX160 IS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S110 and SX160 IS is 93 and 86 respectively.

Canon S110 vs Canon SX160 IS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S110 and SX160 IS.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S110 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Canon SX160 IS will render greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older S110 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon S110 vs Canon SX160 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S110 vs Canon SX160 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot S110 | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S110 | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-09-17 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-448mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/3200 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 198g (0.44 pounds) | 291g (0.64 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 48 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 168 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | 380 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-5L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $299 | $199 |