Canon SX610 HS vs Casio EX-H20G
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Canon SX610 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Earlier Model is Canon SX600 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
- Released September 2010

Canon SX610 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX610 HS versus Casio EX-H20G, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and EX-H20G (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX610 HS was launched 4 years later than the EX-H20G and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX610 HS grades vs the EX-H20G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX610 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS & Casio Exilim EX-H20G. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX610 HS Gallery & Casio EX-H20G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Casio EX-H20G
SX610 HS | EX-H20G | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | September 2010 | Fresher by 53 months |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Canon SX610 HS
EX-H20G | SX610 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Casio EX-H20G
SX610 HS | EX-H20G | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon SX610 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX610 HS features external measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Casio EX-H20G has proportions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX610 HS versus Casio EX-H20G in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the EX-H20G.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and EX-H20G is 93 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX610 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX610 HS and EX-H20G.
As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX610 HS to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent SX610 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX610 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX610 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Casio Exilim EX-H20G |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2010-09-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | Exilim Engine HS |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/3.2-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.5 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 191 grams (0.42 lb) | 216 grams (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | NP-90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $214 | $300 |