Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung EX2F

Below, we are looking at the Canon SX150 IS versus Samsung EX2F, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is fairly comparable but the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX150 IS was unveiled 7 months prior to the EX2F which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX150 IS matches up against the EX2F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX150 IS features outside measurements 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 Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX150 IS versus Samsung EX2F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX150 IS against the EX2F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and EX2F is 86 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and EX2F.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX150 IS having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon SX150 IS will produce greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The older SX150 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.