Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm HS50 EXR

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon SX150 IS versus Fujifilm HS50 EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) is very well matched but the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX150 IS was announced 7 months prior to the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm HS50 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX150 IS matches up versus the Fujifilm HS50 EXR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS comes with 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) whilst the Fujifilm HS50 EXR has specifications of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") and a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX150 IS versus Fujifilm HS50 EXR in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX150 IS and the Fujifilm HS50 EXR.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and Fujifilm HS50 EXR is 86 and 54 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and Fujifilm HS50 EXR.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX150 IS having a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Fujifilm HS50 EXR will give you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older SX150 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.