Canon SX520 HS vs Casio EX-ZR15

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX520 HS and Casio EX-ZR15, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the EX-ZR15 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was launched 2 years later than the EX-ZR15 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX520 HS matches up versus the EX-ZR15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR15. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS comes with physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZR15 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX520 HS and Casio EX-ZR15 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SX520 HS versus the EX-ZR15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and EX-ZR15 is 69 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The visual here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and EX-ZR15.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger SX520 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.