Canon SX540 HS vs Casio EX-Z16

Below is a extensive analysis of the Canon SX540 HS and Casio EX-Z16, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Casio. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and EX-Z16 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was manufactured 5 years later than the EX-Z16 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX540 HS scores vs the EX-Z16 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z16. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z16 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX540 HS has got exterior measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z16 has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX540 HS versus the EX-Z16.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX540 HS and EX-Z16 is 69 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX540 HS and EX-Z16.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SX540 HS to provide greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger SX540 HS should have a benefit in sensor technology.