Canon SX150 IS vs Canon SX30 IS

Here is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX150 IS versus Canon SX30 IS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the SX30 IS (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was revealed 21 months later than the SX30 IS making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX150 IS matches up vs the SX30 IS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Canon PowerShot SX30 IS. The full galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Canon SX30 IS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX150 IS enjoys outside measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Canon SX30 IS has measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX150 IS versus Canon SX30 IS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX150 IS compared to the SX30 IS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and SX30 IS is 86 and 64 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and SX30 IS.

As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files although you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SX150 IS will have a benefit in sensor tech.