Canon SX150 IS vs Canon SX700 HS

Let's look a little more closely at the Canon SX150 IS vs Canon SX700 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the SX700 HS (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was brought out 21 months before the SX700 HS making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX150 IS matches up against the SX700 HS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Canon PowerShot SX700 HS. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Canon SX700 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS has physical measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Canon SX700 HS has specifications of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX150 IS vs Canon SX700 HS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX150 IS against the SX700 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and SX700 HS is 86 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and SX700 HS.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX700 HS to deliver greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older SX150 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.