Canon SX600 HS vs Casio EX-Z550

Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon SX600 HS versus Casio EX-Z550, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the EX-Z550 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The SX600 HS was introduced 4 years after the EX-Z550 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX600 HS matches up vs the EX-Z550 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z550. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z550 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX600 HS offers exterior measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z550 has specifications of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX600 HS versus Casio EX-Z550 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX600 HS against the EX-Z550.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX600 HS and EX-Z550 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and EX-Z550.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon SX600 HS to deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer SX600 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.