Canon SX210 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon SX210 IS versus Casio EX-ZR1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was introduced 3 years prior to the EX-ZR1000 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX210 IS scores versus the EX-ZR1000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX210 IS comes with outer measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZR1000 has measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Canon SX210 IS versus Casio EX-ZR1000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SX210 IS compared to the EX-ZR1000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and EX-ZR1000 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The visual below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX210 IS and EX-ZR1000.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Casio EX-ZR1000 to result in greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older SX210 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.