Canon A2100 IS vs Sony WX150

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon A2100 IS and Sony WX150, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the A2100 IS (12MP) and WX150 (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A2100 IS was brought out 4 years earlier than the WX150 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the A2100 IS grades against the WX150 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The entire galleries are available at Canon A2100 IS Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon A2100 IS has got outer dimensions of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony WX150 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the A2100 IS versus the WX150.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2100 IS and WX150 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The image below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2100 IS and WX150.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX150 to give extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged A2100 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.