Canon SX1 IS vs Casio EX-ZR800

Here is a thorough overview of the Canon SX1 IS vs Casio EX-ZR800, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and EX-ZR800 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX1 IS was announced 5 years prior to the EX-ZR800 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX1 IS matches up against the EX-ZR800 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR800. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX1 IS provides external dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR800 has measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX1 IS vs Casio EX-ZR800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SX1 IS versus the EX-ZR800.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX1 IS and EX-ZR800 is 64 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX1 IS and EX-ZR800.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-ZR800 to give extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older SX1 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.