Canon SX150 IS vs Sony W320

Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX150 IS and Sony W320, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the W320 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was introduced 2 years after the W320 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX150 IS grades vs the W320 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX150 IS comes with physical dimensions 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 Sony W320 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX150 IS and Sony W320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX150 IS versus the W320.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and W320 is 86 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The picture below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and W320.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX150 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.