Canon SX170 IS vs Casio EX-FS10

The following is a in depth overview of the Canon SX170 IS versus Casio EX-FS10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Casio. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and EX-FS10 (9MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was revealed 4 years after the EX-FS10 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-FS10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX170 IS scores vs the EX-FS10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Casio Exilim EX-FS10. The full galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Casio EX-FS10 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX170 IS has got exterior dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Casio EX-FS10 has sizing of 102mm x 55mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX170 IS versus Casio EX-FS10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX170 IS against the EX-FS10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX170 IS and EX-FS10 is 88 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The picture below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX170 IS and EX-FS10.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon SX170 IS to offer greater detail because of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher SX170 IS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.