Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm S9900w

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX150 IS and Fujifilm S9900w, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was revealed 3 years prior to the Fujifilm S9900w which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX150 IS scores against the Fujifilm S9900w with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Fujifilm S9900w. The full galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Fujifilm S9900w Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX150 IS features exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Fujifilm S9900w has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX150 IS vs the Fujifilm S9900w.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and Fujifilm S9900w is 86 and 61 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and Fujifilm S9900w.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Fujifilm S9900w to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.