Casio EX-H20G vs Casio EX-ZR300
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Casio EX-H20G vs Casio EX-ZR300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
- Released September 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced May 2012

Casio EX-H20G vs Casio EX-ZR300 Overview
Below is a thorough assessment of the Casio EX-H20G versus Casio EX-ZR300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Casio. The resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the EX-ZR300 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-H20G was introduced 20 months before the EX-ZR300 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-H20G matches up against the EX-ZR300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-H20G vs Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-H20G and Casio Exilim EX-ZR300. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-H20G Gallery and Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Casio EX-ZR300
EX-H20G | EX-ZR300 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Casio EX-H20G
EX-ZR300 | EX-H20G | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | ![]() | September 2010 | More recent by 20 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Casio EX-ZR300
EX-H20G | EX-ZR300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 461k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-H20G vs Casio EX-ZR300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H20G offers external measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR300 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-H20G versus Casio EX-ZR300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-H20G vs the EX-ZR300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H20G and EX-ZR300 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Casio EX-ZR300 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H20G and EX-ZR300.
Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Casio EX-ZR300 to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older EX-H20G is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-H20G vs Casio EX-ZR300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H20G vs Casio EX-ZR300 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Casio |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-09-20 | 2012-05-22 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | Exilim Engine HS |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 7cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 216 gr (0.48 lbs) | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 500 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-90 | NP-130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $300 | $329 |