Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Casio EX-Z270

Below, we are analyzing the Canon ELPH 350 HS versus Casio EX-Z270, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Casio. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the ELPH 350 HS (20MP) and EX-Z270 (10MP) and the ELPH 350 HS (1/2.3") and EX-Z270 (1/2.5") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The ELPH 350 HS was manufactured 6 years later than the EX-Z270 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the ELPH 350 HS grades versus the EX-Z270 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS and Casio Exilim EX-Z270. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 350 HS Gallery and Casio EX-Z270 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 350 HS offers external dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z270 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 350 HS versus Casio EX-Z270 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 350 HS against the EX-Z270.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 350 HS and EX-Z270 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The graphic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 350 HS and EX-Z270.

All in all, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ELPH 350 HS due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon ELPH 350 HS will produce more detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 350 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.