Canon SX10 IS vs Casio EX-Z550
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Canon SX10 IS vs Casio EX-Z550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 600g - 128 x 88 x 87mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Updated by Canon SX20 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Released January 2010

Canon SX10 IS vs Casio EX-Z550 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon SX10 IS versus Casio EX-Z550, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Casio. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the SX10 IS (10MP) and EX-Z550 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX10 IS was announced 11 months before the EX-Z550 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX10 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX10 IS grades against the EX-Z550 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX10 IS vs Casio EX-Z550 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and Casio Exilim EX-Z550. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX10 IS Gallery and Casio EX-Z550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX10 IS over the Casio EX-Z550
SX10 IS | EX-Z550 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Canon SX10 IS
EX-Z550 | SX10 IS | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 11 months |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SX10 IS and Casio EX-Z550
SX10 IS | EX-Z550 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX10 IS vs Casio EX-Z550 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX10 IS features exterior dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z550 has measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX10 IS versus Casio EX-Z550 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX10 IS versus the EX-Z550.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX10 IS and EX-Z550 is 65 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX10 IS vs Casio EX-Z550 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The graphic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX10 IS and EX-Z550.
To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-Z550 to offer you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older SX10 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX10 IS vs Casio EX-Z550 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX10 IS vs Casio EX-Z550 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX10 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-01-15 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/2.6-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/500s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 600g (1.32 lbs) | 143g (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 88 x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $275 | $149 |