Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon L840

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon SX150 IS and Nikon L840, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the L840 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was brought out 3 years prior to the L840 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the SX150 IS grades vs the L840 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Nikon Coolpix L840. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Nikon L840 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX150 IS has got physical 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 Nikon L840 has sizing of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") along with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX150 IS and Nikon L840 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX150 IS against the L840.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and L840 is 86 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specs. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and L840.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon L840 to resolve more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.