Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung NX11

In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon SX150 IS versus Samsung NX11, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The SX150 IS was unveiled 17 months later than the NX11 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX150 IS scores against the NX11 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Samsung NX11. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX150 IS enjoys outer measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX150 IS versus Samsung NX11 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX150 IS compared to the NX11.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and NX11 is 86 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and NX11.

Clearly, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX150 IS using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung NX11 will produce more detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher SX150 IS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.