Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax VS20

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX160 IS versus Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was brought out 18 months later than the VS20 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX160 IS matches up vs the VS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Pentax Optio VS20. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX160 IS comes with outer dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Pentax VS20 has dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX160 IS versus Pentax VS20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX160 IS against the VS20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and VS20 is 86 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX160 IS and VS20.

All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you should take the age of the products into consideration. The more recent SX160 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.