Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Casio EX-Z270

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon ELPH 520 HS and Casio EX-Z270, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and the EX-Z270 (10MP) is very comparable but the ELPH 520 HS (1/2.3") and EX-Z270 (1/2.5") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The ELPH 520 HS was introduced 3 years later than the EX-Z270 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the ELPH 520 HS matches up versus the EX-Z270 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 520 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z270. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z270 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 520 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z270 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 520 HS and the EX-Z270.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 520 HS and EX-Z270 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 520 HS and EX-Z270.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The ELPH 520 HS provides the larger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field easier. The newer ELPH 520 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.