Canon SX160 IS vs Canon SX520 HS

Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon SX160 IS versus Canon SX520 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are sold by Canon. The resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the SX520 HS (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was released 13 months before the SX520 HS which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the SX160 IS matches up versus the SX520 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Canon PowerShot SX520 HS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Canon SX520 HS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX160 IS has external measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Canon SX520 HS has dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX160 IS vs the SX520 HS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and SX520 HS is 86 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and SX520 HS.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX160 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.