Casio EX-S5 vs Casio EX-Z270

The following is a complete assessment of the Casio EX-S5 and Casio EX-Z270, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are produced by Casio. The resolution of the EX-S5 (9MP) and the EX-Z270 (10MP) is pretty similar but the EX-S5 (1/2.3") and EX-Z270 (1/2.5") provide different sensor size.

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The EX-S5 was announced at a similar time to the EX-Z270 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-S5 grades vs the EX-Z270 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Casio Exilim EX-Z270. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Casio EX-Z270 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-S5 features outer dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z270 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-S5 and Casio EX-Z270 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-S5 against the EX-Z270.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S5 and EX-Z270 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S5 and EX-Z270.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-S5 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Casio EX-Z270 will deliver more detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.