Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus VG-160

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus VG-160, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was manufactured 2 years after the VG-160 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX400 IS matches up against the VG-160 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Olympus VG-160. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Olympus VG-160 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX400 IS has physical measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-160 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus VG-160 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX400 IS versus the VG-160.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and VG-160 is 81 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The image below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX400 IS and VG-160.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX400 IS to give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern SX400 IS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.