Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon L19

Here is a extended analysis of the Canon SX150 IS versus Nikon L19, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the SX150 IS (14MP) and L19 (8MP) and the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and L19 (1/2.5") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX150 IS was launched 3 years later than the L19 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX150 IS grades versus the L19 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Nikon Coolpix L19. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Nikon L19 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX150 IS comes with physical 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) while the Nikon L19 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX150 IS versus Nikon L19 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX150 IS compared to the L19.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and L19 is 86 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX150 IS and L19.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX150 IS because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon SX150 IS will give greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher SX150 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.