Canon 760D vs Canon SX150 IS

In this article, we are evaluating the Canon 760D versus Canon SX150 IS, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Canon. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the 760D (24MP) and SX150 IS (14MP) and the 760D (APS-C) and SX150 IS (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The 760D was introduced 2 years later than the SX150 IS and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon 760D being a Compact SLR camera and the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the 760D grades vs the SX150 IS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 760D and Canon PowerShot SX150 IS. The whole galleries are available at Canon 760D Gallery and Canon SX150 IS Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 760D has got physical measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Canon SX150 IS has dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).

Examine the Canon 760D versus Canon SX150 IS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the 760D vs the SX150 IS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 760D and SX150 IS is 66 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 760D and SX150 IS.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 760D using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Canon 760D will provide you with more detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern 760D should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.