Canon SX540 HS vs Casio EX-ZR700

Here is a extended analysis of the Canon SX540 HS vs Casio EX-ZR700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and EX-ZR700 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was revealed 2 years later than the EX-ZR700 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX540 HS scores against the EX-ZR700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR700. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX540 HS enjoys outer 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) and the Casio EX-ZR700 has dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX540 HS vs Casio EX-ZR700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX540 HS against the EX-ZR700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX540 HS and EX-ZR700 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX540 HS and EX-ZR700.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX540 HS to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger SX540 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.