Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung WB150F
64 Imaging
33 Features
53 Overall
41


93 Imaging
37 Features
42 Overall
39
Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 615g - 128 x 88 x 88mm
- Announced March 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Released January 2012

Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung WB150F Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon SX1 IS versus Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and WB150F (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX1 IS was announced 3 years prior to the WB150F which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX1 IS grades against the WB150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS & Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX1 IS Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX1 IS over the Samsung WB150F
SX1 IS | WB150F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Canon SX1 IS
WB150F | SX1 IS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | January 2012 | ![]() | March 2009 | Newer by 33 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX1 IS and Samsung WB150F
SX1 IS | WB150F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX1 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") having a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX1 IS versus Samsung WB150F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX1 IS compared to the WB150F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX1 IS and WB150F is 64 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX1 IS and WB150F.
As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB150F to deliver extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Samsung WB150F | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Samsung WB150F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-03-27 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 615 grams (1.36 lbs) | 188 grams (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 88 x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $600 | $230 |