Canon SX160 IS vs Sony WX150

Lets examine more in depth at the Canon SX160 IS versus Sony WX150, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was brought out 16 months after the WX150 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX160 IS grades versus the WX150 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX160 IS enjoys outside measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Sony WX150 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX160 IS versus Sony WX150 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SX160 IS against the WX150.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and WX150 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX160 IS and WX150.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony WX150 to render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern SX160 IS should have an advantage in sensor tech.