Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-Z2000

On this page, we are looking at the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Casio EX-Z2000, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z2000 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 300 HS was revealed 14 months after the EX-Z2000 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ELPH 300 HS scores vs the EX-Z2000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z2000. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z2000 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 300 HS provides exterior measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z2000 has specifications of 99mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Casio EX-Z2000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 300 HS vs the EX-Z2000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 300 HS and EX-Z2000 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 300 HS and EX-Z2000.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Casio EX-Z2000 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The newer ELPH 300 HS should have a benefit in sensor technology.