Canon SX10 IS vs Casio EX-Z90

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX10 IS vs Casio EX-Z90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SX10 IS (10MP) and the EX-Z90 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX10 IS was brought out 7 months before the EX-Z90 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX10 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-Z90 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX10 IS matches up versus the EX-Z90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and Casio Exilim EX-Z90. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX10 IS Gallery and Casio EX-Z90 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX10 IS enjoys external measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z90 has dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX10 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX10 IS versus the EX-Z90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX10 IS and EX-Z90 is 65 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The pic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX10 IS and EX-Z90.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-Z90 to give you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX10 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.