Canon SX160 IS vs Canon SX610 HS

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SX160 IS versus Canon SX610 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the SX610 HS (20MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was introduced 18 months earlier than the SX610 HS making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX160 IS scores against the SX610 HS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Canon PowerShot SX610 HS. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Canon SX610 HS Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX160 IS has outer dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Canon SX610 HS has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX160 IS versus Canon SX610 HS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SX160 IS against the SX610 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and SX610 HS is 86 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX160 IS and SX610 HS.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX610 HS to render greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX160 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.