Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P330

The following is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX150 IS and Nikon P330, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the P330 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and P330 (1/1.7") posses different sensor sizing.

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The SX150 IS was revealed 9 months prior to the P330 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX150 IS scores versus the P330 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Nikon Coolpix P330. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Nikon P330 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Nikon P330 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX150 IS and Nikon P330 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX150 IS and the P330.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and P330 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX150 IS and P330.

As you can see, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX150 IS having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Canon SX150 IS will show greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.