Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000
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Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Announced May 2009
- New Model is Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Announced September 2012

Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Canon SX200 IS versus Casio EX-ZR1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and EX-ZR1000 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was released 4 years prior to the EX-ZR1000 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX200 IS grades against the EX-ZR1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Casio EX-ZR1000
SX200 IS | EX-ZR1000 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Canon SX200 IS
EX-ZR1000 | SX200 IS | |||
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Announced | September 2012 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 41 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Casio EX-ZR1000
SX200 IS | EX-ZR1000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX200 IS features external measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR1000 has proportions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX200 IS versus Casio EX-ZR1000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SX200 IS versus the EX-ZR1000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and EX-ZR1000 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The pic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and EX-ZR1000.
As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR1000 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-05-14 | 2012-09-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 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), |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247 grams (0.54 lbs) | 255 grams (0.56 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | NP-130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $329 | $572 |