Canon SX260 HS vs Casio EX-Z270

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon SX260 HS and Casio EX-Z270, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z270 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the SX260 HS (1/2.3") and EX-Z270 (1/2.5") use totally different sensor size.

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The SX260 HS was manufactured 3 years after the EX-Z270 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z270 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX260 HS matches up versus the EX-Z270 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Casio Exilim EX-Z270. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Casio EX-Z270 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX260 HS enjoys physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z270 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX260 HS and Casio EX-Z270 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX260 HS versus the EX-Z270.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and EX-Z270 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and EX-Z270.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX260 HS due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Canon SX260 HS will produce more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger SX260 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.