Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-Z450
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Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-Z450 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
- Released July 2014
- Old Model is Canon SX510 HS
- New Model is Canon SX530 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Announced August 2009
Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-Z450 Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX520 HS and Casio EX-Z450, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and EX-Z450 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX520 HS was brought out 5 years after the EX-Z450 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX520 HS matches up vs the EX-Z450 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-Z450 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Casio Exilim EX-Z450. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Casio EX-Z450 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX520 HS over the Casio EX-Z450
SX520 HS | EX-Z450 | |||
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Announced | July 2014 | August 2009 | More modern by 61 months | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Canon SX520 HS
EX-Z450 | SX520 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX520 HS and Casio EX-Z450
SX520 HS | EX-Z450 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-Z450 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX520 HS features exterior dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z450 has dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Canon SX520 HS and Casio EX-Z450 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SX520 HS and the EX-Z450.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and EX-Z450 is 69 and 96 respectively.
Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-Z450 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and EX-Z450.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX520 HS to render extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-Z450 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-Z450 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-07-29 | 2009-08-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4+ | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-6.0 | f/2.6-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1/2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 441 grams (0.97 pounds) | 128 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | 210 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-40 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $219 | $229 |