Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P950

Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the P950 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was revealed 8 years earlier than the P950 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX150 IS grades against the P950 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Nikon Coolpix P950. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Nikon P950 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX150 IS has 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 P950 has sizing of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") with a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX150 IS vs the P950.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and P950 is 86 and 52 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and P950.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon P950 to give extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.