Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm XP150

Lets look a little more closely at the Canon SX160 IS versus Fujifilm XP150, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was manufactured 18 months later than the Fujifilm XP150 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX160 IS grades versus the Fujifilm XP150 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Fujifilm FinePix XP150. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Fujifilm XP150 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX160 IS provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP150 has specifications of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SX160 IS against the Fujifilm XP150.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and Fujifilm XP150 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX160 IS and Fujifilm XP150.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX160 IS to give greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent SX160 IS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.