Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-Z270

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon SX520 HS and Casio EX-Z270, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Casio. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and EX-Z270 (10MP) and the SX520 HS (1/2.3") and EX-Z270 (1/2.5") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX520 HS was unveiled 5 years after the EX-Z270 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z270 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX520 HS grades vs the EX-Z270 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Casio Exilim EX-Z270. The full galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Casio EX-Z270 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS features external measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z270 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX520 HS and Casio EX-Z270 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX520 HS against the EX-Z270.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and EX-Z270 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The pic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and EX-Z270.

Plainly, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX520 HS with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon SX520 HS will give you extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX520 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.