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Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000

Portability
64 Imaging
37 Features
42 Overall
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Canon PowerShot SX30 IS front
 
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 front
Portability
90 Imaging
40 Features
53 Overall
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Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Key Specs

Canon SX30 IS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-840mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
  • 601g - 123 x 92 x 108mm
  • Revealed September 2010
  • Old Model is Canon SX20 IS
  • Updated by Canon SX40 HS
Casio EX-ZR1000
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
  • Released September 2012
Photography Glossary

Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon SX30 IS versus Casio EX-ZR1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX30 IS was introduced 24 months earlier than the EX-ZR1000 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX30 IS matches up versus the EX-ZR1000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX30 IS over the Casio EX-ZR1000

		

		

			
 SX30 IS EX-ZR1000 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Selfie screen  Take selfies
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Canon SX30 IS

		

		

			
 EX-ZR1000 SX30 IS 
ReleasedSeptember 2012September 2010Fresher by 24 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kCrisper screen (+231k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Canon SX30 IS and Casio EX-ZR1000

		

		

			
 SX30 IS EX-ZR1000 
Manual focus  Dial precise focus
Touch screen  Lacking Touch screen
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX30 IS provides exterior dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR1000 has proportions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX30 IS versus Casio EX-ZR1000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX30 IS against the EX-ZR1000.
Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 size comparison
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX30 IS and EX-ZR1000 is 64 and 90 respectively.
Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The photograph here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX30 IS and EX-ZR1000.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR1000 to resolve more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older SX30 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
	
			Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Canon SX30 IS Portrait photography details
Casio EX-ZR1000 Portrait photography details
42
 you can focus manually
 sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW format
44
 you can focus manually
 megapixel count decent (16MP)
 has face detection focusing
 cannot use external flash
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison
Canon SX30 IS Street photography highlights
Casio EX-ZR1000 Street photography highlights
49
 screen articulates fully
 image stabilization (Optical)
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW format
 heavier than average (601g)
68
 has a tilting screen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 lighter than competition in class (255g)
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison
Canon SX30 IS Sports photography features
Casio EX-ZR1000 Sports photography features
43
 long zoom range (24-840mm  35.0 x zoom)
 image stabilization (Optical)
 sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
 slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 does not have phase detect autofocus
51
 excellent zoom range (24-300mm  12.5 x zoom)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 megapixel count decent (16MP)
 has tracking autofocus
 better than average battery life (470 shots)
 max fps low (3.0 frames per second)
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
Canon SX30 IS Travel photography details
Casio EX-ZR1000 Travel photography details
58
 sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
 flash built-in
 display is selfie friendly
 really wide (24mm)
 long reach (840mm)
 lack of Time Lapse function
 heavier than average (601 grams)
 sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
70
 better than average battery life (470 CIPA)
 lighter than competition in class (255g)
 megapixel count decent (16MP)
 has built in flash
 rather wide (24mm)
 long zoom (300mm)
 missing Timelapse mode
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison
Canon SX30 IS Landscape photography details
Casio EX-ZR1000 Landscape photography details
41
 you can focus manually
 really wide (24mm)
 image stabilization (Optical)
 sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
 screen is small (2.7 inches)
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW format
 lack of Time Lapse function
52
 you can focus manually
 rather wide (24mm)
 screen is a decent size (3")
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
 better than average battery life (470 per charge)
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 doesn't have RAW files
 missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison
Vlogging with Canon SX30 IS
Vlogging with Casio EX-ZR1000
50
 really wide (24mm)
 display is selfie friendly
 image stabilization (Optical)
 sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
 low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
 lack of external mic socket
 heavier than average (601g)
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 rather wide (24mm)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 has face detection focusing
 high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
 lighter than competition in class (255 grams)
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 missing external microphone support
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Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX30 IS and Casio EX-ZR1000
 Canon PowerShot SX30 ISCasio Exilim EX-ZR1000
General Information
Make Canon Casio
Model Canon PowerShot SX30 IS Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2010-09-14 2012-09-25
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Digic 4 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 4:3 and  16:9 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW format    
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
AF touch    
AF continuous    
AF single    
Tracking AF    
Selective AF    
AF center weighted    
Multi area AF    
AF live view    
Face detection focusing    
Contract detection focusing    
Phase detection focusing    
Number of focus points 9 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-840mm (35.0x) 24-300mm (12.5x)
Maximal aperture f/2.7-5.8 f/3.0-5.9
Macro focus distance 0cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Tilting
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 461k dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch capability    
Screen tech - Super Clear TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/3200 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Expose Manually    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB    
Image stabilization    
Inbuilt flash    
Flash range 6.80 m 4.70 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe    
AE bracketing    
WB bracketing    
Exposure
Multisegment    
Average    
Spot    
Partial    
AF area    
Center weighted    
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 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),
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support    
Headphone support    
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
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 601 gr (1.32 lbs) 255 gr (0.56 lbs)
Physical dimensions 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 470 photographs
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NB-7L NP-130
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom)
Time lapse recording    
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $400 $572