Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm X30

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX150 IS versus Fujifilm X30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) is relatively close but the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") have different sensor sizes.

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The SX150 IS was released 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm X30 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX150 IS grades versus the Fujifilm X30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Fujifilm X30. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX150 IS features exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Fujifilm X30 has proportions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX150 IS versus the Fujifilm X30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and Fujifilm X30 is 86 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and Fujifilm X30.

Plainly, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX150 IS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Canon SX150 IS will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.