Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100
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Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100 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
- Launched August 2010
- Refreshed by Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2011

Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Canon SX130 IS and Casio EX-ZR100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the EX-ZR100 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX130 IS was released 11 months prior to the EX-ZR100 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX130 IS grades versus the EX-ZR100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS & Casio Exilim EX-ZR100. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery & Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Casio EX-ZR100
SX130 IS | EX-ZR100 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Canon SX130 IS
EX-ZR100 | SX130 IS | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | August 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Casio EX-ZR100
SX130 IS | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX130 IS has external measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR100 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX130 IS and Casio EX-ZR100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX130 IS compared to the EX-ZR100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and EX-ZR100 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and EX-ZR100.
Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs though you really should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX130 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX130 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-08-19 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | Exilim Engine HS |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 40.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 308g (0.68 pounds) | 204g (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $250 | $300 |