Canon SX700 HS vs Casio EX-ZR15

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX700 HS versus Casio EX-ZR15, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the EX-ZR15 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was unveiled 2 years later than the EX-ZR15 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX700 HS matches up vs the EX-ZR15 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR15. The full galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX700 HS enjoys outside measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZR15 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX700 HS versus Casio EX-ZR15 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX700 HS and the EX-ZR15.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and EX-ZR15 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX700 HS and EX-ZR15.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of files although you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX700 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.