Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon B500
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Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon B500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Announced May 2012
- Previous Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Successor is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-900mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 541g - 114 x 78 x 95mm
- Introduced February 2016
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon B500 Overview
Following is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX150 IS versus Nikon B500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the B500 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SX150 IS was introduced 4 years before the B500 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX150 IS scores vs the B500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon B500 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Nikon Coolpix B500. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Nikon B500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Nikon B500
SX150 IS | B500 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon B500 over the Canon SX150 IS
B500 | SX150 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | May 2012 | More modern by 46 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Nikon B500
SX150 IS | B500 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon B500 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX150 IS features external dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Nikon B500 has dimensions of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX150 IS versus Nikon B500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX150 IS compared to the B500.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and B500 is 86 and 68 respectively.
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon B500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and B500.
As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon B500 to produce greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon B500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Nikon Coolpix B500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Nikon Coolpix B500 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-05-14 | 2016-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 23-900mm (39.1x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.0-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 7.4 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
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 gr (0.67 lbs) | 541 gr (1.19 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 114 x 78 x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
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 photographs | 600 photographs |
Battery form | AA | AA |
Battery model | 2 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $249 | $300 |