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Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon W300

Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
32
Overall
34
Casio Exilim EX-H20G front
 
Nikon Coolpix W300 front
Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
44
Overall
42

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon W300 Key Specs

Casio EX-H20G
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
  • Launched September 2010
Nikon W300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
  • 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
  • Introduced May 2017
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Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon W300 Overview

Below, we will be looking at the Casio EX-H20G versus Nikon W300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the W300 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-H20G was revealed 7 years earlier than the W300 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the EX-H20G scores against the W300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Nikon W300

 EX-H20G W300 
Manually focus More exact focus

Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Casio EX-H20G

 W300 EX-H20G 
IntroducedMay 2017September 2010Fresher by 81 months
Screen resolution921k461kSharper screen (+460k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Nikon W300

 EX-H20G W300 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen sizing
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon W300 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H20G enjoys external measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon W300 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-H20G vs the W300.

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon W300 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H20G and W300 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon W300 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon W300 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H20G and W300.

All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon W300 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-H20G will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon W300 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon W300 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon W300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Portrait photography information
Nikon W300 Portrait photography information
34
has manual focus
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
36
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Street photography info
Nikon W300 Street photography info
53
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (216 grams)
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Sports photography information
Nikon W300 Sports photography information
38
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
49
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
weather sealing
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-H20G
Travel photography with Nikon W300
60
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors in class (216 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
73
weather sealing
connects via bluetooth
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
quite wide (24mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-H20G
Landscape photography with Nikon W300
46
has manual focus
reasonably wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
48
quite wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
weather sealing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-H20G
Vlogging with Nikon W300
27
reasonably wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic jack
heavier than competitors in class (216g)
33
quite wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have microphone jack
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Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon W300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H20G and Nikon W300
 Casio Exilim EX-H20GNikon Coolpix W300
General Information
Company Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-H20G Nikon Coolpix W300
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2010-09-20 2017-05-31
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine HS -
Sensor type CCD -
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 14MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 125
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-240mm (10.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/2.8-4.9
Macro focus range 7cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Display resolution 461k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 1 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 7.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 5.20 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction -
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn Built-in
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 216 grams (0.48 lbs) 231 grams (0.51 lbs)
Dimensions 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 - 280 images
Style of battery - Built-in
Battery model NP-90 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $300 $387