Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon W300

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon W300, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and W300 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z33 was unveiled 8 years earlier than the W300 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-Z33 scores versus the W300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 & Nikon Coolpix W300. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery & Nikon W300 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z33 offers outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Nikon W300 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z33 and the W300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z33 and W300 is 97 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z33 and W300.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon W300 to offer extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z33 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.