Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung WB150F

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was introduced 2 years later than the WB150F and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX520 HS matches up versus the WB150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS enjoys external measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Samsung WB150F has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX520 HS versus the WB150F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and WB150F is 69 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and WB150F.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SX520 HS to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher SX520 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.