Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FX90

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FX90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was brought out 9 months after the FX90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX150 IS matches up vs the FX90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS has physical 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) while the Panasonic FX90 has specifications of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX150 IS vs the FX90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and FX90 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and FX90.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX150 IS to produce extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX150 IS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.