Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Here is a detailed overview of the Canon SX150 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was revealed 19 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX150 IS scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX150 IS features outer dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX150 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX150 IS against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and Galaxy Camera 2 is 86 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX150 IS and Galaxy Camera 2.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older SX150 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.