Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S100

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX160 IS and Nikon S100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the S100 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was manufactured 23 months later than the S100 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX160 IS matches up vs the S100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Nikon Coolpix S100. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Nikon S100 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX160 IS features external measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Nikon S100 has specifications of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX160 IS vs the S100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX160 IS and S100 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and S100.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images however you should take the age of the cameras into account. The newer SX160 IS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.