Canon 1D C vs Casio EX-ZR100

Lets look more closely at the Canon 1D C and Casio EX-ZR100, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Casio. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1D C (18MP) and EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the 1D C (Full frame) and EX-ZR100 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The 1D C was introduced 9 months later than the EX-ZR100 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon 1D C being a Large SLR camera and the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 1D C matches up versus the EX-ZR100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D C and Casio Exilim EX-ZR100. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 1D C Gallery and Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D C comes with physical dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") and a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR100 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Canon 1D C and Casio EX-ZR100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the 1D C compared to the EX-ZR100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D C and EX-ZR100 is 50 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D C and EX-ZR100.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1D C with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon 1D C will deliver greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent 1D C provides an edge in sensor tech.