Canon SX540 HS vs Casio EX-ZR1000

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon SX540 HS and Casio EX-ZR1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Casio. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and EX-ZR1000 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was launched 3 years later than the EX-ZR1000 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX540 HS grades vs the EX-ZR1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX540 HS has got physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZR1000 has dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).

See the Canon SX540 HS and Casio EX-ZR1000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX540 HS versus the EX-ZR1000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX540 HS and EX-ZR1000 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX540 HS and EX-ZR1000.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX540 HS to give greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent SX540 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.