Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S1600
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Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Introduced May 2012
- Succeeded the Canon SX130 IS
- Newer Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Launched February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix S1770

Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX150 IS and FujiFilm S1600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the S1600 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was brought out 2 years after the S1600 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX150 IS scores against the S1600 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and FujiFilm FinePix S1600. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and FujiFilm S1600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the FujiFilm S1600
SX150 IS | S1600 | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 28 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Canon SX150 IS
S1600 | SX150 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and FujiFilm S1600
SX150 IS | S1600 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX150 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the FujiFilm S1600 has sizing of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
Check the Canon SX150 IS and FujiFilm S1600 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX150 IS against the S1600.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and S1600 is 86 and 78 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and S1600.
As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX150 IS to provide you with more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX150 IS is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

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Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 |
Also called | - | FinePix S1770 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-05-14 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/4.0-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 99% |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306 gr (0.67 lb) | 337 gr (0.74 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
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 shots | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $249 | $130 |