Canon SX170 IS vs Kodak C140

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX170 IS versus Kodak C140, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and C140 (8MP) and the SX170 IS (1/2.3") and C140 (1/2.5") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX170 IS was manufactured 4 years later than the C140 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX170 IS scores versus the C140 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Kodak EasyShare C140. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Kodak C140 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX170 IS enjoys outer measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Kodak C140 has dimensions of 92mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX170 IS versus Kodak C140 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX170 IS compared to the C140.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX170 IS and C140 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX170 IS and C140.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX170 IS due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon SX170 IS will resolve more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX170 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.