Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P610
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Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P610 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
- Introduced May 2012
- Replaced the Canon SX130 IS
- Updated by Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Announced February 2015
- Replaced the Nikon P600

Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P610 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Canon SX150 IS versus Nikon P610, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the P610 (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was introduced 3 years earlier than the P610 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX150 IS matches up against the P610 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P610 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Nikon Coolpix P610. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Nikon P610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Nikon P610
SX150 IS | P610 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P610 over the Canon SX150 IS
P610 | SX150 IS | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | ![]() | May 2012 | Newer by 33 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Nikon P610
SX150 IS | P610 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P610 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX150 IS has 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) whilst the Nikon P610 has dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX150 IS versus Nikon P610 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX150 IS versus the P610.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and P610 is 86 and 65 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P610 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The pic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and P610.
As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon P610 to render greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P610 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P610 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Nikon Coolpix P610 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Nikon Coolpix P610 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-05-14 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 7.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306g (0.67 pounds) | 565g (1.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") |
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 shots | 330 shots |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $249 | $430 |