Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-S200

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX520 HS and Casio EX-S200, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the EX-S200 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was announced 4 years after the EX-S200 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-S200 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX520 HS grades vs the EX-S200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Casio Exilim EX-S200. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Casio EX-S200 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-S200 has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX520 HS and Casio EX-S200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX520 HS against the EX-S200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and EX-S200 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and EX-S200.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon SX520 HS to result in extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX520 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.