Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S570
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Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S570 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
- Succeeded the Canon SX150 IS
- Newer Model is Canon SX170 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced August 2009
Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S570 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Canon SX160 IS and Nikon S570, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and S570 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe SX160 IS was announced 3 years after the S570 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX160 IS grades vs the S570 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S570 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Nikon Coolpix S570. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Nikon S570 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the Nikon S570
SX160 IS | S570 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | August 2009 | Newer by 48 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Canon SX160 IS
S570 | SX160 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and Nikon S570
SX160 IS | S570 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S570 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX160 IS has exterior measurements 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 S570 has dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Canon SX160 IS and Nikon S570 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX160 IS and the S570.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and S570 is 86 and 95 respectively.
Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S570 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX160 IS and S570.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Canon SX160 IS to resolve greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer SX160 IS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S570 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S570 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Nikon Coolpix S570 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Nikon Coolpix S570 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-06-21 | 2009-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
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 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 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 data format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 291g (0.64 pounds) | 140g (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" 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 photos | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $199 | $180 |