Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S2800HD

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX150 IS versus FujiFilm S2800HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the S2800HD (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was brought out 2 years after the S2800HD which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX150 IS scores vs the S2800HD when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS offers physical 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 FujiFilm S2800HD has specifications of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX150 IS versus FujiFilm S2800HD in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SX150 IS vs the S2800HD.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and S2800HD is 86 and 75 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and S2800HD.

Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you have to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX150 IS should have an advantage in sensor innovation.