Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-ZR10
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Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-ZR10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 223g - 106 x 62 x 33mm
- Announced July 2011
- Earlier Model is Canon SX210 IS
- Later Model is Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 69 x 27mm
- Launched September 2010

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-ZR10 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Canon SX230 HS and Casio EX-ZR10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the EX-ZR10 (12MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX230 HS was brought out 11 months later than the EX-ZR10 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX230 HS matches up versus the EX-ZR10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Casio Exilim EX-ZR10. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Casio EX-ZR10
SX230 HS | EX-ZR10 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | September 2010 | More recent by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Canon SX230 HS
EX-ZR10 | SX230 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and Casio EX-ZR10
SX230 HS | EX-ZR10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 461k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-ZR10 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS enjoys physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZR10 has measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Canon SX230 HS and Casio EX-ZR10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SX230 HS against the EX-ZR10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and EX-ZR10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-ZR10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and EX-ZR10.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX230 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-ZR10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-ZR10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-07-19 | 2010-09-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Exilim Engine HS |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 223 grams (0.49 lb) | 176 grams (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 210 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-5L | NP-110 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $399 | $190 |