Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon D7100
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Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon D7100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released May 2012
- Superseded the Canon SX130 IS
- Newer Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
- Launched April 2013
- Older Model is Nikon D7000
- Refreshed by Nikon D7200
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon D7100 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX150 IS and Nikon D7100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX150 IS (14MP) and D7100 (24MP) and the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and D7100 (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe SX150 IS was introduced 11 months prior to the D7100 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon D7100 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX150 IS grades versus the D7100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon D7100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Nikon D7100. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Nikon D7100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Nikon D7100
SX150 IS | D7100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D7100 over the Canon SX150 IS
D7100 | SX150 IS | |||
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Launched | April 2013 | May 2012 | Fresher by 11 months | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Sharper display (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Nikon D7100
SX150 IS | D7100 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon D7100 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX150 IS offers exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Nikon D7100 has dimensions of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") having a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX150 IS and Nikon D7100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX150 IS and the D7100.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and D7100 is 86 and 59 respectively.
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon D7100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and D7100.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX150 IS using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Nikon D7100 will give you more detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older SX150 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon D7100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Nikon D7100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Nikon D7100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2012-05-14 | 2013-04-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 1 | 51 |
Cross type focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 24 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 306 grams (0.67 pounds) | 765 grams (1.69 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 83 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1256 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 photographs | 950 photographs |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots |
Card slots | Single | 2 |
Launch pricing | $249 | $800 |