Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm HS20 EXR

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX150 IS versus FujiFilm HS20 EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the HS20 EXR (16MP) is relatively close but the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and HS20 EXR (1/2") have different sensor dimensions.

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The SX150 IS was launched 17 months after the HS20 EXR which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm HS20 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX150 IS scores vs the HS20 EXR in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX150 IS provides exterior dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm HS20 EXR has dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") with a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX150 IS versus FujiFilm HS20 EXR in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX150 IS against the HS20 EXR.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and HS20 EXR is 86 and 58 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX150 IS and HS20 EXR.

To sum up, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX150 IS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the FujiFilm HS20 EXR will result in more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX150 IS provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.