Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S1000pj
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Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S1000pj Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 291g - 111 x 73 x 44mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Superseded the Canon SX150 IS
- Updated by Canon SX170 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Released August 2009

Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S1000pj Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Canon SX160 IS versus Nikon S1000pj, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and S1000pj (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX160 IS was manufactured 3 years after the S1000pj which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX160 IS scores vs the S1000pj when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S1000pj Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Nikon S1000pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the Nikon S1000pj
SX160 IS | S1000pj | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 48 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Canon SX160 IS
S1000pj | SX160 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and Nikon S1000pj
SX160 IS | S1000pj | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX160 IS has got external measurements 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 Nikon S1000pj has specifications of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Canon SX160 IS versus Nikon S1000pj in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX160 IS and the S1000pj.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX160 IS and S1000pj is 86 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The image here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX160 IS and S1000pj.
Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX160 IS to deliver greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent SX160 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

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Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-06-21 | 2009-08-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | Expeed |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 291 gr (0.64 lb) | 175 gr (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $199 | $289 |