Canon SX600 HS vs Casio EX-Z16

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon SX600 HS versus Casio EX-Z16, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Casio. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SX600 HS (16MP) and EX-Z16 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was launched 3 years after the EX-Z16 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX600 HS scores versus the EX-Z16 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Casio Exilim EX-Z16. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Casio EX-Z16 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX600 HS features physical dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z16 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX600 HS versus Casio EX-Z16 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX600 HS versus the EX-Z16.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and EX-Z16 is 93 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX600 HS and EX-Z16.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon SX600 HS to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX600 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.