Canon SX510 HS vs Casio EX-ZR100

In this article, we are matching up the Canon SX510 HS versus Casio EX-ZR100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the EX-ZR100 (12MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was brought out 2 years later than the EX-ZR100 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX510 HS matches up against the EX-ZR100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR100. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX510 HS provides exterior dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZR100 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

See the Canon SX510 HS versus Casio EX-ZR100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX510 HS compared to the EX-ZR100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and EX-ZR100 is 80 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX510 HS and EX-ZR100.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer SX510 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.