Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z450

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX220 HS and Casio EX-Z450, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z450 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was revealed 18 months after the EX-Z450 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX220 HS grades against the EX-Z450 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z450. The full galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z450 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX220 HS has got external dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z450 has dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX220 HS compared to the EX-Z450.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and EX-Z450 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and EX-Z450.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images although you would want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The fresher SX220 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.