Canon SX610 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5

In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon SX610 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and EX-ZS5 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was introduced 4 years later than the EX-ZS5 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-ZS5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX610 HS scores versus the EX-ZS5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Casio Exilim EX-ZS5. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX610 HS has physical measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZS5 has sizing of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX610 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX610 HS against the EX-ZS5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and EX-ZS5 is 93 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX610 HS and EX-ZS5.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX610 HS to provide extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer SX610 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.