Canon SX270 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5
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Canon SX270 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 233g - 106 x 63 x 33mm
- Released March 2013
- Replaced the Canon SX260 HS
- Updated by Canon SX280 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 848 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011

Canon SX270 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the Canon SX270 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the EX-ZS5 (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX270 HS was unveiled 2 years later than the EX-ZS5 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-ZS5 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX270 HS grades against the EX-ZS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX270 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Casio Exilim EX-ZS5. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX270 HS over the Casio EX-ZS5
SX270 HS | EX-ZS5 | |||
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Revealed | March 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 27 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Canon SX270 HS
EX-ZS5 | SX270 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX270 HS and Casio EX-ZS5
SX270 HS | EX-ZS5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 461k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX270 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZS5 has measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX270 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX270 HS versus the EX-ZS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and EX-ZS5 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Canon SX270 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The visual below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and EX-ZS5.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Casio EX-ZS5 to offer extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern SX270 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX270 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX270 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2013-03-21 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 6 | Exilim Engine 5.0 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 848 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 848x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 233 gr (0.51 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $284 | $100 |