Canon SX160 IS vs Sony W310
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Canon SX160 IS vs Sony W310 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
- Released June 2013
- Older Model is Canon SX150 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX170 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010

Canon SX160 IS vs Sony W310 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX160 IS versus Sony W310, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and W310 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX160 IS was launched 3 years after the W310 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX160 IS scores against the W310 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX160 IS vs Sony W310 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the Sony W310
SX160 IS | W310 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 43 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Canon SX160 IS
W310 | SX160 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and Sony W310
SX160 IS | W310 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon SX160 IS vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX160 IS provides physical measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Sony W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX160 IS versus Sony W310 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX160 IS vs the W310.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and W310 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX160 IS vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX160 IS and W310.
To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX160 IS to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern SX160 IS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX160 IS vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX160 IS vs Sony W310 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2013-06-21 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 grams (0.64 pounds) | 137 grams (0.30 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photos | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $199 | $150 |