Canon SX150 IS vs Olympus XZ-10

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon SX150 IS and Olympus XZ-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was introduced 8 months before the XZ-10 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX150 IS scores against the XZ-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX150 IS features exterior dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Olympus XZ-10 has proportions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Canon SX150 IS and Olympus XZ-10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX150 IS compared to the XZ-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and XZ-10 is 86 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and XZ-10.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX150 IS to offer you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older SX150 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.