Canon A3400 IS vs Casio EX-ZR700
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Canon A3400 IS vs Casio EX-ZR700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Announced January 2013

Canon A3400 IS vs Casio EX-ZR700 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Canon A3400 IS and Casio EX-ZR700, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the EX-ZR700 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A3400 IS was unveiled 11 months prior to the EX-ZR700 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the A3400 IS matches up vs the EX-ZR700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A3400 IS vs Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS & Casio Exilim EX-ZR700. The full galleries are available at Canon A3400 IS Gallery & Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Casio EX-ZR700
A3400 IS | EX-ZR700 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Canon A3400 IS
EX-ZR700 | A3400 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 11 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Casio EX-ZR700
A3400 IS | EX-ZR700 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon A3400 IS vs Casio EX-ZR700 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Canon A3400 IS comes with outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZR700 has sizing of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A3400 IS and Casio EX-ZR700 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the A3400 IS and the EX-ZR700.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3400 IS and EX-ZR700 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Canon A3400 IS vs Casio EX-ZR700 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The visual below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A3400 IS and EX-ZR700.
To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you might want to take the age of the products into consideration. The older A3400 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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Canon A3400 IS vs Casio EX-ZR700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | EXILIM Engine HS 3 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) | 222 gr (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photographs | 470 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | NP-130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $230 | $370 |