Canon SL3 vs Casio EX-ZS5

The following is a extended overview of the Canon SL3 versus Casio EX-ZS5, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Casio. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SL3 (24MP) and EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the SL3 (APS-C) and EX-ZS5 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SL3 was announced 8 years after the EX-ZS5 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SL3 being a Compact SLR camera and the Casio EX-ZS5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SL3 matches up against the EX-ZS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel SL3 & Casio Exilim EX-ZS5. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SL3 Gallery & Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SL3 comes with external dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 449 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZS5 has specifications of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SL3 versus the EX-ZS5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SL3 and EX-ZS5 is 71 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL3 and EX-ZS5.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SL3 using its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon SL3 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SL3 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.