Canon XC10 vs Casio EX-H10

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon XC10 versus Casio EX-H10, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the XC10 (12MP) and the EX-H10 (12MP) is very close but the XC10 (1") and EX-H10 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The XC10 was launched 5 years later than the EX-H10 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon XC10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Casio EX-H10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the XC10 matches up against the EX-H10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon XC10 & Casio Exilim EX-H10. The complete galleries are provided at Canon XC10 Gallery & Casio EX-H10 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon XC10 has outside measurements of 125mm x 102mm x 122mm (4.9" x 4.0" x 4.8") with a weight of 1040 grams (2.29 lbs) while the Casio EX-H10 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Canon XC10 versus Casio EX-H10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the XC10 against the EX-H10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XC10 and EX-H10 is 54 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the XC10 and EX-H10.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The XC10 has got the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult. The more recent XC10 should have an advantage in sensor technology.