Canon N vs Fujifilm XP150

Here, we will be looking at the Canon N versus Fujifilm XP150, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the N (12MP) and the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The N was manufactured 13 months later than the Fujifilm XP150 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the N matches up vs the Fujifilm XP150 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot N and Fujifilm FinePix XP150. The entire galleries are provided at Canon N Gallery and Fujifilm XP150 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon N provides physical dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP150 has specifications of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the N compared to the Fujifilm XP150.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the N and Fujifilm XP150 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the N and Fujifilm XP150.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm XP150 to give more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger N should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.