Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon W300
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon W300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Announced May 2017
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon W300 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Nikon W300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the W300 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe EX-ZR15 was announced 6 years prior to the W300 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the EX-ZR15 matches up vs the W300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon W300 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Nikon Coolpix W300. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Nikon W300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Nikon W300
EX-ZR15 | W300 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Casio EX-ZR15
W300 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Announced | May 2017 | January 2012 | Newer by 65 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 461k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon W300
EX-ZR15 | W300 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon W300 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR15 has outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon W300 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Nikon W300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR15 and the W300.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and W300 is 93 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon W300 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR15 and W300.
Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos but you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-ZR15 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon W300 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix W300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix W300 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2017-05-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | - |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 lb) | 231 grams (0.51 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 325 photos | 280 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Built-in |
Battery ID | NP-110 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $249 | $387 |