Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z450
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Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z450 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
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Revealed August 2009
Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z450 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Canon SX120 IS versus Casio EX-Z450, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the EX-Z450 (12MP) is very well matched but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and EX-Z450 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX120 IS was introduced within a month of the EX-Z450 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX120 IS grades versus the EX-Z450 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z450 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & Casio Exilim EX-Z450. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & Casio EX-Z450 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX120 IS over the Casio EX-Z450
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Canon SX120 IS
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Common features in the Canon SX120 IS and Casio EX-Z450
SX120 IS | EX-Z450 | |||
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Revealed | August 2009 | August 2009 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z450 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX120 IS has external dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z450 has measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX120 IS versus Casio EX-Z450 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX120 IS versus the EX-Z450.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX120 IS and EX-Z450 is 87 and 96 respectively.
Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z450 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX120 IS and EX-Z450.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX120 IS having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Casio EX-Z450 will give you more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.
Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z450 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-Z450 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-19 | 2009-08-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
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) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.3 | f/2.6-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 1/2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/500s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 285 grams (0.63 lb) | 128 grams (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 71 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" 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 | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-40 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $249 | $229 |