Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm X30

Lets take a deeper look at the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm X30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Casio and FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the EX-ZR300 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-ZR300 was launched 3 years before the Fujifilm X30 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-ZR300 grades versus the Fujifilm X30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm X30. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR300 has physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Fujifilm X30 has proportions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm X30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR300 compared to the Fujifilm X30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm X30 is 92 and 80 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The picture here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm X30.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZR300 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Casio EX-ZR300 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.