Canon SX710 HS vs Casio EX-ZR400

Below is a extensive assessment of the Canon SX710 HS versus Casio EX-ZR400, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and EX-ZR400 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was introduced 24 months later than the EX-ZR400 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX710 HS scores versus the EX-ZR400 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Casio Exilim EX-ZR400. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX710 HS provides physical measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZR400 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX710 HS versus Casio EX-ZR400 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX710 HS vs the EX-ZR400.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX710 HS and EX-ZR400 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX710 HS and EX-ZR400.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX710 HS to offer extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger SX710 HS should have an advantage in sensor innovation.