Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z29
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Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z29 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-360mm (F2.8-4.3) lens
- 285g - 111 x 71 x 45mm
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-113mm (F) lens
- 125g - 101 x 57 x 23mm
- Announced March 2009

Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z29 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z29, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the EX-Z29 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.5").

The SX120 IS was launched 6 months later than the EX-Z29 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX120 IS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z29 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX120 IS grades vs the EX-Z29 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z29 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Casio Exilim EX-Z29. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Casio EX-Z29 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX120 IS over the Casio EX-Z29
SX120 IS | EX-Z29 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z29 over the Canon SX120 IS
EX-Z29 | SX120 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX120 IS and Casio EX-Z29
SX120 IS | EX-Z29 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | ![]() | March 2009 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z29 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX120 IS enjoys outer 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-Z29 has sizing of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z29 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX120 IS and the EX-Z29.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX120 IS and EX-Z29 is 87 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z29 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX120 IS and EX-Z29.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of files though you should consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z29 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z29 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z29 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z29 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-08-19 | 2009-03-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 38-113mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.3 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 115 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Red Eye Reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/500 secs | - |
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 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 285 grams (0.63 pounds) | 125 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 71 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 101 x 57 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SDHC / SD Memory Card |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $249 | $79 |