Canon N100 vs Canon SX150 IS

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon N100 and Canon SX150 IS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Canon. The sensor resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the SX150 IS (14MP) is fairly similar but the N100 (1/1.7") and SX150 IS (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The N100 was introduced 21 months later than the SX150 IS making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the N100 matches up vs the SX150 IS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot N100 and Canon PowerShot SX150 IS. The whole galleries are available at Canon N100 Gallery and Canon SX150 IS Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon N100 provides exterior measurements of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and 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).

Check out the Canon N100 and Canon SX150 IS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the N100 and the SX150 IS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the N100 and SX150 IS is 89 and 86 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the N100 and SX150 IS.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The N100 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon SX150 IS will deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer N100 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.