Canon SX210 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400
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Canon SX210 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Released June 2010
- Superseded the Canon SX200 IS
- Later Model is Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Released January 2013

Canon SX210 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon SX210 IS and Casio EX-ZR400, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the EX-ZR400 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX210 IS was unveiled 3 years before the EX-ZR400 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX210 IS matches up against the EX-ZR400 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX210 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS & Casio Exilim EX-ZR400. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery & Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Casio EX-ZR400
SX210 IS | EX-ZR400 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Canon SX210 IS
EX-ZR400 | SX210 IS | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | More recent by 31 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Casio EX-ZR400
SX210 IS | EX-ZR400 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX210 IS has physical measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR400 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX210 IS and Casio EX-ZR400 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX210 IS vs the EX-ZR400.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and EX-ZR400 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX210 IS and EX-ZR400.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR400 to resolve greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older SX210 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon SX210 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX210 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2013-01-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | Exilim Engine HS |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 30.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 220 gr (0.49 lb) | 205 gr (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 500 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | NP-130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $226 | $0 |