Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR300
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Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 154g - 104 x 64 x 20mm
- Revealed November 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed May 2012

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR300 Overview
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").

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.

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Casio EX-ZR300
EX-G1 | EX-ZR300 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Casio EX-G1
EX-ZR300 | EX-G1 | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | November 2009 | Newer by 30 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Casio EX-ZR300
EX-G1 | EX-ZR300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR300 Physical Comparison
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).
See the Casio EX-G1 and Casio EX-ZR300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR300 Sensor Comparison
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.

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR300 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Casio |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-11-18 | 2012-05-22 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Exilim Engine HS |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m | 4.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 154g (0.34 pounds) | 205g (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 500 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-800 | NP-130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $61 | $329 |