Canon SX150 IS vs Olympus VG-160

Lets take a closer look at the Canon SX150 IS and Olympus VG-160, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was released 5 months later than the VG-160 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the SX150 IS scores vs the VG-160 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Olympus VG-160. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Olympus VG-160 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX150 IS features outside 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) while the Olympus VG-160 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Canon SX150 IS and Olympus VG-160 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SX150 IS against the VG-160.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and VG-160 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and VG-160.

Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration.