Canon SX120 IS vs Casio EX-ZR10

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon SX120 IS versus Casio EX-ZR10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the EX-ZR10 (12MP) is relatively close but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and EX-ZR10 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The SX120 IS was released 13 months prior to the EX-ZR10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX120 IS scores against the EX-ZR10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR10. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX120 IS offers external dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZR10 has measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX120 IS versus Casio EX-ZR10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX120 IS and the EX-ZR10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX120 IS and EX-ZR10 is 87 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX120 IS and EX-ZR10.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX120 IS because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Casio EX-ZR10 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older SX120 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.