Canon SX260 HS vs Casio EX-S7

Here is a extensive overview of the Canon SX260 HS versus Casio EX-S7, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the EX-S7 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was launched 2 years later than the EX-S7 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX260 HS scores against the EX-S7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Casio Exilim EX-S7. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Casio EX-S7 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX260 HS comes with exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-S7 has sizing of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX260 HS and the EX-S7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and EX-S7 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and EX-S7.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The more recent SX260 HS should have a benefit in sensor tech.