Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon P300

Lets look a little more closely at the Casio EX-Z400 and Nikon P300, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the P300 (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z400 was released 3 years earlier than the P300 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon P300 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the EX-Z400 scores vs the P300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Nikon Coolpix P300. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Nikon P300 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z400 enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon P300 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z400 and Nikon P300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z400 and the P300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z400 and P300 is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z400 and P300.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older EX-Z400 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.