Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony WX300
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony WX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Newer Model is Sony WX350
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Below is a thorough overview of the Casio EX-ZR100 and Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Casio and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-ZR100 was manufactured 19 months prior to the WX300 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-ZR100 grades vs the WX300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Sony WX300
| EX-ZR100 | WX300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Casio EX-ZR100
| WX300 | EX-ZR100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2013 |  | July 2011 | More recent by 19 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Sony WX300
| EX-ZR100 | WX300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR100 has physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony WX300 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR100 and Sony WX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR100 compared to the WX300.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and WX300 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR100 and WX300.
Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony WX300 to provide more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-ZR100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony WX300 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2013-02-20 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 | 12 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 40.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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 (60, 50 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | H.264 | AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| 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 gr (0.45 lb) | 166 gr (0.37 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| 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 model | - | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $300 | $330 |