Canon PowerShot Elph 160

The Canon PowerShot Elph 160 is one of the least expensive compact cameras you can buy, but you're better off spending just a little bit more on a point-and-shoot.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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Product details

  • 8x (28–224mm) Optical Zoom
  • 20.0 Megapixel sensor combined with the DIGIC 4+ Image Processor
  • Shoot 720p HD video with a dedicated movie button
  • Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on predefined shooting situations
  • ECO Mode helps reduce power consumption for longer battery life

PROS

+ Very affordable.
+ Quick startup and focus.
+ Compact.
+ 8x zoom lens.

CONS

- Disappointing rear LCD.
- No optical image stabilization.
- Lacks Wi-Fi.
- Omits Canon Creative Shot.
- Image noise is an issue.
- Video limited to 720p.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on March 19, 2015
The Canon PowerShot Elph 160 is one of the least expensive compact cameras you can buy, but you're better off spending just a little bit more on a point-and-shoot.
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