Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR300

On this page, we are comparing the Casio EX-G1 and Casio EX-ZR300, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Casio. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and EX-ZR300 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-G1 was brought out 3 years prior to the EX-ZR300 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-G1 scores vs the EX-ZR300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Casio Exilim EX-ZR300. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-G1 has exterior measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZR300 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-G1 vs the EX-ZR300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and EX-ZR300 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-G1 and EX-ZR300.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZR300 to resolve extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.