• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 196.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 20.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 224.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nikon S6100 advantages over Canon 160

  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More dots on screen
    460k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Higher extended ISO
    3200 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Canon 160 advantages over Nikon S6100

  • Larger lens aperture
    f/3.2 vs f/3.7
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Newer
    10 years vs 14 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Lighter weight
    127g vs 175g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    20.0 vs 16.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Sony DSC-W370

Nikon S6100
Sony DSC-W370
  • $174
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • Wider angle lens
  • $229
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach
Canon 160
Sony DSC-W370
  • $340
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Newer
  • Lighter weight
  • $229
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Nikon S6000

Nikon S6100
Nikon S6000
  • $174
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • HDMI out
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Canon 160
Nikon S6000
  • $340
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Newer
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Nikon AW100

Nikon S6100
Nikon AW100
  • $174
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Canon 160
Nikon AW100
  • $340
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Canon 130 IS

Nikon S6100
Canon 130 IS
  • $174
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $420
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Larger lens aperture
Canon 160
Canon 130 IS
  • $340
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • More pixels
  • $420
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compared to Canon 135

Nikon S6100
Canon 135
  • $174
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • More dots on screen
  • $536
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
Canon 160
Canon 135
  • $340
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • $536
  • 1/2.3 inch
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