Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z400

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon SX220 HS and Casio EX-Z400, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z400 (12MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was revealed 2 years later than the EX-Z400 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX220 HS matches up vs the EX-Z400 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z400. The full galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z400 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS has got outer dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z400 has measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SX220 HS and the EX-Z400.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and EX-Z400 is 96 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and EX-Z400.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos although you should always factor the age of the cameras into account. The more modern SX220 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.