Canon 1000D vs Casio EX-ZR300

Let's look more closely at the Canon 1000D versus Casio EX-ZR300, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the 1000D (10MP) and EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the 1000D (APS-C) and EX-ZR300 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The 1000D was revealed 4 years before the EX-ZR300 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon 1000D being a Compact SLR camera and the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 1000D matches up versus the EX-ZR300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 1000D & Casio Exilim EX-ZR300. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 1000D Gallery & Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 1000D enjoys exterior measurements of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") and a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZR300 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the 1000D against the EX-ZR300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1000D and EX-ZR300 is 70 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The picture here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1000D and EX-ZR300.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1000D with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Casio EX-ZR300 will deliver more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged 1000D is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.