Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm Z33WP
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Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm Z33WP 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
- Revealed May 2012
- Old Model is Canon SX130 IS
- New Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 110g - 92 x 60 x 21mm
- Revealed July 2009

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm Z33WP Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Canon SX150 IS versus Fujifilm Z33WP, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX150 IS (14MP) and Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was launched 2 years later than the Fujifilm Z33WP and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX150 IS scores against the Fujifilm Z33WP with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm Z33WP Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Fujifilm Z33WP Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Fujifilm Z33WP
SX150 IS | Fujifilm Z33WP | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 35 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z33WP over the Canon SX150 IS
Fujifilm Z33WP | SX150 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Fujifilm Z33WP
SX150 IS | Fujifilm Z33WP | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm Z33WP Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX150 IS comes with exterior 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 Z33WP has dimensions of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
See the Canon SX150 IS versus Fujifilm Z33WP in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SX150 IS against the Fujifilm Z33WP.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and Fujifilm Z33WP is 86 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm Z33WP Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and Fujifilm Z33WP.
As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX150 IS to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent SX150 IS should have an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm Z33WP Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm Z33WP Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-05-14 | 2009-07-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306 grams (0.67 pounds) | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 92 x 60 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-45 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $249 | $197 |