Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z16

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon SX120 IS versus Casio EX-Z16, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the EX-Z16 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and EX-Z16 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The SX120 IS was launched 13 months prior to the EX-Z16 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX120 IS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX120 IS scores vs the EX-Z16 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & Casio Exilim EX-Z16. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & Casio EX-Z16 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX120 IS has got external measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z16 has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX120 IS versus Casio EX-Z16 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX120 IS and the EX-Z16.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX120 IS and EX-Z16 is 87 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX120 IS and EX-Z16.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX120 IS due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Casio EX-Z16 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.