Canon SX50 HS vs Casio EX-10

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX50 HS and Casio EX-10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the EX-10 (12MP) is very comparable but the SX50 HS (1/2.3") and EX-10 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor size.

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The SX50 HS was revealed 10 months prior to the EX-10 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX50 HS grades versus the EX-10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Casio Exilim EX-10. The full galleries are available at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Casio EX-10 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX50 HS offers physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Casio EX-10 has measurements of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX50 HS versus the EX-10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and EX-10 is 65 and 83 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX50 HS and EX-10.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The SX50 HS includes the smaller sensor which should make getting shallow DOF more difficult. The more aged SX50 HS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.