Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S6200
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Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S6200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 291g - 111 x 73 x 44mm
- Revealed June 2013
- Succeeded the Canon SX150 IS
- Successor is Canon SX170 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed August 2011

Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S6200 Overview
Following is a in-depth assessment of the Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S6200, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the S6200 (16MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX160 IS was brought out 23 months after the S6200 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX160 IS matches up against the S6200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S6200 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Nikon Coolpix S6200. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Nikon S6200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the Nikon S6200
SX160 IS | S6200 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 23 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Canon SX160 IS
S6200 | SX160 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and Nikon S6200
SX160 IS | S6200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S6200 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Nikon S6200 has proportions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S6200 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SX160 IS and the S6200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and S6200 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S6200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The pic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX160 IS and S6200.
To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files however you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SX160 IS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S6200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S6200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Nikon Coolpix S6200 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | Expeed C2 |
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.2-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
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 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 291 gr (0.64 pounds) | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | 250 images |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $199 | $229 |