Canon SX150 IS vs Canon SX700 HS
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Canon SX150 IS vs Canon SX700 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Old Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Updated by Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Announced February 2014
- Replacement is Canon SX710 HS
Canon SX150 IS vs Canon SX700 HS Overview
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").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 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.
Canon SX150 IS vs Canon SX700 HS Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Canon SX700 HS
SX150 IS | SX700 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Canon SX150 IS
SX700 HS | SX150 IS | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | May 2012 | Fresher by 21 months | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Canon SX700 HS
SX150 IS | SX700 HS | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Canon SX700 HS Physical Comparison
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.
Canon SX150 IS vs Canon SX700 HS Sensor Comparison
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.
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Canon SX150 IS vs Canon SX700 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-05-14 | 2014-02-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | Digic 6 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.2-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | PureColor II G TFT |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/3200 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306 grams (0.67 lb) | 269 grams (0.59 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 photos | 250 photos |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NB-6LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $249 | $349 |