Canon SX1 IS vs Casio EX-ZR300

Below, we are comparing the Canon SX1 IS vs Casio EX-ZR300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Casio. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and EX-ZR300 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX1 IS was introduced 4 years prior to the EX-ZR300 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX1 IS scores against the EX-ZR300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS & Casio Exilim EX-ZR300. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX1 IS Gallery & Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX1 IS comes with external dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") with a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR300 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX1 IS compared to the EX-ZR300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX1 IS and EX-ZR300 is 64 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX1 IS and EX-ZR300.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR300 to produce extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS will be behind in sensor innovation.