Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB150F
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Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 188g - 104 x 61 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Renewed by Canon SX610 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2012

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB150F Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Canon SX600 HS versus Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX600 HS was introduced 2 years after the WB150F which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX600 HS scores versus the WB150F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the Samsung WB150F
SX600 HS | WB150F | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 25 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Canon SX600 HS
WB150F | SX600 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX600 HS and Samsung WB150F
SX600 HS | WB150F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX600 HS provides exterior dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB150F has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX600 HS versus Samsung WB150F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SX600 HS compared to the WB150F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and WB150F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX600 HS and WB150F.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX600 HS to give you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher SX600 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Samsung WB150F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G (TFT) | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m (50 cm � 3.5 m (W) / 1.0 m � 2.0 m (T)) | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 pounds) | 188g (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 61 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 290 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $249 | $230 |