Casio EX-Z270 vs Casio EX-Z550

Here, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z270 vs Casio EX-Z550, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are offered by Casio. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and EX-Z550 (14MP) and the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and EX-Z550 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z270 was introduced 12 months prior to the EX-Z550 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the EX-Z270 grades vs the EX-Z550 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 and Casio Exilim EX-Z550. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery and Casio EX-Z550 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z270 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z550 has proportions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z270 vs Casio EX-Z550 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z270 against the EX-Z550.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z270 and EX-Z550 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z270 and EX-Z550.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z270 having a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Casio EX-Z550 will offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z270 is going to be behind in sensor tech.