Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH10
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Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH10 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
- Announced May 2012
- Previous Model is Canon SX130 IS
- New Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2013

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH10 Overview
Following is a extensive assessment of the Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the FH10 (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was released 7 months prior to the FH10 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX150 IS scores versus the FH10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Panasonic FH10
SX150 IS | FH10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH10 over the Canon SX150 IS
FH10 | SX150 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2012 | More modern by 7 months |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Panasonic FH10
SX150 IS | FH10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH10 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS has got 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) whilst the Panasonic FH10 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX150 IS vs the FH10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and FH10 is 86 and 97 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH10 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and FH10.
As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FH10 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-05-14 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306 gr (0.67 pounds) | 103 gr (0.23 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 94 x 54 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 photos | 260 photos |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $249 | $110 |