Casio EX-ZR300 vs Leica V-Lux 4

On this page, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Leica. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and V-Lux 4 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR300 was introduced 3 months earlier than the V-Lux 4 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-ZR300 grades vs the V-Lux 4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 & Leica V-Lux 4. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR300 has outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 4 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR300 compared to the V-Lux 4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and V-Lux 4 is 92 and 65 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The pic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and V-Lux 4.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR300 to offer you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.