Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon Z7

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon SX150 IS versus Nikon Z7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX150 IS (14MP) and Z7 (46MP) and the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and Z7 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX150 IS was brought out 7 years prior to the Z7 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX150 IS grades versus the Z7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Nikon Z7. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Nikon Z7 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX150 IS offers external dimensions 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 Z7 has sizing of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX150 IS compared to the Z7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and Z7 is 86 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The pic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX150 IS and Z7.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX150 IS due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Nikon Z7 will resolve extra detail having its extra 32MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.