Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon B700

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon B700, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the B700 (20MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was revealed 3 years earlier than the B700 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX160 IS scores vs the B700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Nikon Coolpix B700. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Nikon B700 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX160 IS has got outside dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Nikon B700 has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SX160 IS and the B700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and B700 is 86 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX160 IS and B700.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon B700 to provide more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX160 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.