Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZR300

Below, we are looking at the Canon SX530 HS versus Casio EX-ZR300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the EX-ZR300 (16MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was introduced 2 years later than the EX-ZR300 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX530 HS grades versus the EX-ZR300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR300. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX530 HS provides physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR300 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX530 HS vs the EX-ZR300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and EX-ZR300 is 69 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX530 HS and EX-ZR300.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger SX530 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.