Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon P900

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SX160 IS versus Nikon P900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the P900 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was unveiled 20 months before the P900 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX160 IS grades vs the P900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Nikon Coolpix P900. The full galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Nikon P900 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX160 IS features physical dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Nikon P900 has sizing of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") having a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX160 IS versus Nikon P900 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX160 IS vs the P900.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and P900 is 86 and 52 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX160 IS and P900.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos although you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The older SX160 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.