Canon SX150 IS vs Sony H55

Below is a extended review of the Canon SX150 IS vs Sony H55, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the H55 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was unveiled 24 months later than the H55 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX150 IS scores versus the H55 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Sony H55 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX150 IS offers 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) and the Sony H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX150 IS against the H55.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and H55 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and H55.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you would want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SX150 IS will have a benefit in sensor technology.