Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon P300
92 Imaging
35 Features
46 Overall
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92 Imaging
35 Features
44 Overall
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon P300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Introduced May 2011
- Replacement is Nikon P310

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon P300 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-ZR100 and Nikon P300, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the P300 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was released 2 months later than the P300 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-ZR100 scores vs the P300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon P300 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Nikon Coolpix P300. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Nikon P300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Nikon P300
EX-ZR100 | P300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Casio EX-ZR100
P300 | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Nikon P300
EX-ZR100 | P300 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | May 2011 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon P300 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR100 features physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon P300 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR100 and Nikon P300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR100 compared to the P300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and P300 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon P300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and P300.
As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you need to factor the age of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon P300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon P300 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Nikon Coolpix P300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Nikon Coolpix P300 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2011-05-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-100mm (4.2x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 40.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 204 grams (0.45 lb) | 189 grams (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 240 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $300 | $500 |