Canon SX170 IS vs Casio EX-Z29

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX170 IS versus Casio EX-Z29, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Casio. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and EX-Z29 (10MP) and the SX170 IS (1/2.3") and EX-Z29 (1/2.5") provide different sensor size.

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The SX170 IS was manufactured 4 years later than the EX-Z29 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z29 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX170 IS scores versus the EX-Z29 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Casio Exilim EX-Z29. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Casio EX-Z29 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX170 IS offers exterior dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z29 has dimensions of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX170 IS versus Casio EX-Z29 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX170 IS versus the EX-Z29.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX170 IS and EX-Z29 is 88 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The graphic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX170 IS and EX-Z29.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX170 IS featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon SX170 IS will offer extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX170 IS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.