Canon SX270 HS vs Casio EX-Z33

Below is a thorough overview of the Canon SX270 HS and Casio EX-Z33, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z33 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was unveiled 3 years later than the EX-Z33 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX270 HS scores vs the EX-Z33 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z33. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z33 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS provides external dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z33 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX270 HS and Casio EX-Z33 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX270 HS and the EX-Z33.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and EX-Z33 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The visual here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and EX-Z33.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon SX270 HS to result in extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent SX270 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.