Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm Z30
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm Z30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Released May 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced February 2009

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm Z30 Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm Z30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR300 was brought out 3 years later than the Fujifilm Z30 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-ZR300 matches up vs the Fujifilm Z30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm Z30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Fujifilm Z30
EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 40 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Casio EX-ZR300
Fujifilm Z30 | EX-ZR300 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm Z30
EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm Z30 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR300 has got outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Z30 has sizing of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm Z30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR300 compared to the Fujifilm Z30.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm Z30 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm Z30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm Z30.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZR300 to offer you extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR300 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm Z30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-05-22 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 3 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 lb) | 110g (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 500 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | NP-45 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $329 | $150 |