Canon SX240 HS vs Casio EX-Z33
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Canon SX240 HS vs Casio EX-Z33 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 224g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Old Model is Canon SX230 HS
- Renewed by Canon SX260 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Introduced August 2009

Canon SX240 HS vs Casio EX-Z33 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Canon SX240 HS versus Casio EX-Z33, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z33 (10MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX240 HS was launched 2 years later than the EX-Z33 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX240 HS matches up against the EX-Z33 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX240 HS vs Casio EX-Z33 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Casio Exilim EX-Z33. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Casio EX-Z33 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX240 HS over the Casio EX-Z33
SX240 HS | EX-Z33 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 30 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Canon SX240 HS
EX-Z33 | SX240 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX240 HS and Casio EX-Z33
SX240 HS | EX-Z33 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon SX240 HS vs Casio EX-Z33 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS enjoys outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z33 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs).
Check the Canon SX240 HS versus Casio EX-Z33 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX240 HS against the EX-Z33.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and EX-Z33 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Canon SX240 HS vs Casio EX-Z33 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX240 HS and EX-Z33.
Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX240 HS to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer SX240 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX240 HS vs Casio EX-Z33 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX240 HS vs Casio EX-Z33 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2009-08-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 36-107mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 224g (0.49 lbs) | 106g (0.23 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 life | 230 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | NP-82 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $0 | $120 |