Canon IXUS 165 vs Casio EX-Z270

Here, we are evaluating the Canon IXUS 165 vs Casio EX-Z270, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Casio. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the IXUS 165 (20MP) and EX-Z270 (10MP) and the IXUS 165 (1/2.3") and EX-Z270 (1/2.5") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The IXUS 165 was launched 6 years later than the EX-Z270 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the IXUS 165 matches up versus the EX-Z270 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon IXUS 165 and Casio Exilim EX-Z270. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon IXUS 165 Gallery and Casio EX-Z270 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon IXUS 165 features external measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z270 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon IXUS 165 vs Casio EX-Z270 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the IXUS 165 vs the EX-Z270.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the IXUS 165 and EX-Z270 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the IXUS 165 and EX-Z270.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The IXUS 165 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon IXUS 165 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer IXUS 165 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.