Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-ZR1000

Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon A2300 and Casio EX-ZR1000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Casio. The resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was announced 7 months prior to the EX-ZR1000 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A2300 grades versus the EX-ZR1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2300 Gallery and Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon A2300 comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZR1000 has specifications of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Canon A2300 and Casio EX-ZR1000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2300 compared to the EX-ZR1000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2300 and EX-ZR1000 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The photograph below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A2300 and EX-ZR1000.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older A2300 is going to be behind in sensor technology.