Canon SX260 HS vs Casio EX-Z29

In this article, we are evaluating the Canon SX260 HS and Casio EX-Z29, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z29 (10MP) is very close but the SX260 HS (1/2.3") and EX-Z29 (1/2.5") feature different sensor sizing.

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The SX260 HS was manufactured 3 years later than the EX-Z29 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z29 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX260 HS grades versus the EX-Z29 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Casio Exilim EX-Z29. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Casio EX-Z29 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX260 HS features outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z29 has proportions of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX260 HS and Casio EX-Z29 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the EX-Z29.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and EX-Z29 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and EX-Z29.

Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX260 HS due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon SX260 HS will render extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent SX260 HS should have a benefit in sensor tech.