Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm JZ100
86 Imaging
40 Features
45 Overall
42


95 Imaging
37 Features
26 Overall
32
Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm JZ100 Key Specs
(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
- Released June 2013
- Earlier Model is Canon SX150 IS
- New Model is Canon SX170 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2012

Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm JZ100 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon SX160 IS versus Fujifilm JZ100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX160 IS was revealed 18 months after the Fujifilm JZ100 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX160 IS grades vs the Fujifilm JZ100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Fujifilm FinePix JZ100. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the Fujifilm JZ100
SX160 IS | Fujifilm JZ100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 18 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Canon SX160 IS
Fujifilm JZ100 | SX160 IS |
---|
Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and Fujifilm JZ100
SX160 IS | Fujifilm JZ100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm JZ100 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon SX160 IS features physical measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm JZ100 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX160 IS versus Fujifilm JZ100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX160 IS against the Fujifilm JZ100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and Fujifilm JZ100 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm JZ100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The pic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX160 IS and Fujifilm JZ100.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX160 IS to render extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SX160 IS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm JZ100 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm JZ100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-06-21 | 2012-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 2.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 291 gr (0.64 lbs) | 129 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | 380 photos | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $199 | $190 |