Canon 160 vs Casio EX-Z270

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon 160 vs Casio EX-Z270, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and EX-Z270 (10MP) and the 160 (1/2.3") and EX-Z270 (1/2.5") feature different sensor sizing.

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The 160 was unveiled 6 years later than the EX-Z270 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 160 grades versus the EX-Z270 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 and Casio Exilim EX-Z270. The full galleries are available at Canon 160 Gallery and Casio EX-Z270 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 160 has outside dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z270 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the 160 against the EX-Z270.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 160 and EX-Z270 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 160 and EX-Z270.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 160 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon 160 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger 160 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.