Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm S8500

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon SX150 IS versus Fujifilm S8500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was released 7 months earlier than the Fujifilm S8500 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX150 IS grades vs the Fujifilm S8500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S8500. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S8500 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX150 IS comes with outside 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 S8500 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX150 IS versus Fujifilm S8500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX150 IS compared to the Fujifilm S8500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and Fujifilm S8500 is 86 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX150 IS and Fujifilm S8500.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm S8500 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older SX150 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.