Canon SX510 HS vs Fujifilm XP150
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Canon SX510 HS vs Fujifilm XP150 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 349g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Released August 2013
- Superseded the Canon SX500 IS
- Renewed by Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 205g - 103 x 71 x 27mm
- Released January 2012

Canon SX510 HS vs Fujifilm XP150 Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Canon SX510 HS and Fujifilm XP150, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX510 HS was brought out 20 months after the Fujifilm XP150 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX510 HS matches up versus the Fujifilm XP150 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX510 HS vs Fujifilm XP150 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Fujifilm FinePix XP150. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Fujifilm XP150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX510 HS over the Fujifilm XP150
SX510 HS | Fujifilm XP150 | |||
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Released | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 20 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP150 over the Canon SX510 HS
Fujifilm XP150 | SX510 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX510 HS and Fujifilm XP150
SX510 HS | Fujifilm XP150 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon SX510 HS vs Fujifilm XP150 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX510 HS offers outside measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP150 has proportions of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX510 HS and Fujifilm XP150 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX510 HS compared to the Fujifilm XP150.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and Fujifilm XP150 is 80 and 92 respectively.

Canon SX510 HS vs Fujifilm XP150 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX510 HS and Fujifilm XP150.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm XP150 to show greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger SX510 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.

Canon SX510 HS vs Fujifilm XP150 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX510 HS vs Fujifilm XP150 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Fujifilm FinePix XP150 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Fujifilm FinePix XP150 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-08-22 | 2012-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3072 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.9-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 9cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 349g (0.77 lbs) | 205g (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 103 x 71 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | 300 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | NP-50A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $249 | $260 |