Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony H300
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony H300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 99 x 58 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3-5.9) lens
- 590g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Launched February 2014

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony H300 Overview
The following is a extensive comparison of the Casio EX-Z2000 versus Sony H300, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and H300 (20MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z2000 was announced 5 years prior to the H300 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z2000 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-Z2000 scores against the H300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony H300 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z2000 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z2000 over the Sony H300
EX-Z2000 | H300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H300 over the Casio EX-Z2000
H300 | EX-Z2000 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 49 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z2000 and Sony H300
EX-Z2000 | H300 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony H300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z2000 has got exterior measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony H300 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z2000 versus Sony H300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z2000 compared to the H300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z2000 and H300 is 95 and 63 respectively.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony H300 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z2000 and H300.
To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony H300 to provide greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z2000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony H300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony H300 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3-5.9 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dot |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 8.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152 grams (0.34 lb) | 590 grams (1.30 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
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 | - | 350 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-110 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $249 |