Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung ST100

On this page, we are looking at the Canon SX160 IS and Samsung ST100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was announced 3 years later than the ST100 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX160 IS matches up vs the ST100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Samsung ST100. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Samsung ST100 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX160 IS features exterior measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Samsung ST100 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX160 IS and Samsung ST100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX160 IS compared to the ST100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and ST100 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and ST100.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SX160 IS to offer greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The younger SX160 IS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.