Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-Z16

Below, we are reviewing the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Casio EX-Z16, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Casio. The resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z16 (12MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 300 HS was announced 5 months later than the EX-Z16 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the ELPH 300 HS matches up against the EX-Z16 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z16. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z16 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 300 HS has outer measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z16 has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

See the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Casio EX-Z16 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 300 HS and the EX-Z16.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 300 HS and EX-Z16 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 300 HS and EX-Z16.

As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.