Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-ZS15

Let's look a little more closely at the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Casio EX-ZS15, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Casio. The resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the EX-ZS15 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 300 HS was manufactured 5 months prior to the EX-ZS15 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ELPH 300 HS scores versus the EX-ZS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 300 HS and Casio Exilim EX-ZS15. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery and Casio EX-ZS15 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 300 HS has got exterior dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZS15 has measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Casio EX-ZS15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 300 HS compared to the EX-ZS15.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 300 HS and EX-ZS15 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 300 HS and EX-ZS15.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZS15 to give extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively.