Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-H15
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Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-H15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Announced August 2010
- Updated by Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 161g - 101 x 60 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010

Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-H15 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon SX130 IS and Casio EX-H15, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the EX-H15 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX130 IS was released 8 months later than the EX-H15 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX130 IS grades against the EX-H15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-H15 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Casio Exilim EX-H15. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Casio EX-H15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Casio EX-H15
SX130 IS | EX-H15 | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Canon SX130 IS
EX-H15 | SX130 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Casio EX-H15
SX130 IS | EX-H15 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-H15 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX130 IS offers physical dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-H15 has proportions of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Canon SX130 IS and Casio EX-H15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX130 IS compared to the EX-H15.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and EX-H15 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-H15 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX130 IS and EX-H15.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Casio EX-H15 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern SX130 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-H15 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-H15 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Casio Exilim EX-H15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Casio Exilim EX-H15 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-08-19 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.2-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 × 720 (30 fps) , 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 308 gr (0.68 pounds) | 161 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 model | 2 x AA | NP-90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $250 | $300 |