Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-H20G
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Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.4-6.0) lens
- 441g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2014
- Previous Model is Canon SX510 HS
- Successor is Canon SX530 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
- Released September 2010

Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Canon SX520 HS versus Casio EX-H20G, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the EX-H20G (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX520 HS was introduced 3 years after the EX-H20G which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX520 HS grades versus the EX-H20G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Casio Exilim EX-H20G. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Casio EX-H20G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX520 HS over the Casio EX-H20G
SX520 HS | EX-H20G | |||
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Released | July 2014 | ![]() | September 2010 | More modern by 47 months |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Canon SX520 HS
EX-H20G | SX520 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX520 HS and Casio EX-H20G
SX520 HS | EX-H20G | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 461k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS features physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Casio EX-H20G has measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX520 HS versus Casio EX-H20G in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX520 HS vs the EX-H20G.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and EX-H20G is 69 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX520 HS and EX-H20G.
Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX520 HS to resolve greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer SX520 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Casio Exilim EX-H20G |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-07-29 | 2010-09-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | Exilim Engine HS |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.0 | f/3.2-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 7cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 441 gr (0.97 lb) | 216 gr (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
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 | 210 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $219 | $300 |