Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P90

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX150 IS and Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the P90 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was brought out 3 years later than the P90 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX150 IS grades vs the P90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Nikon Coolpix P90. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Nikon P90 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX150 IS offers outside measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Nikon P90 has measurements of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX150 IS compared to the P90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and P90 is 86 and 70 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The visual below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and P90.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Canon SX150 IS to offer you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The younger SX150 IS should have an advantage in sensor technology.