Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm T550
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Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Launched May 2012
- Old Model is Canon SX130 IS
- New Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Announced January 2013

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm T550, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was unveiled 7 months prior to the Fujifilm T550 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX150 IS grades vs the Fujifilm T550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Fujifilm FinePix T550. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Fujifilm T550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Fujifilm T550
SX150 IS | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Canon SX150 IS
Fujifilm T550 | SX150 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2012 | More modern by 7 months |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Fujifilm T550
SX150 IS | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX150 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Fujifilm T550 has proportions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm T550 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SX150 IS compared to the Fujifilm T550.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and Fujifilm T550 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and Fujifilm T550.
As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Fujifilm T550 to result in extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS will be behind in sensor innovation.

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Fujifilm FinePix T550 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-05-14 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3440 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306 grams (0.67 pounds) | 136 grams (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 pictures | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $249 | $160 |