Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon AW100
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon AW100 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
- Introduced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 178g - 110 x 65 x 23mm
- Launched August 2011
- Replacement is Nikon AW110
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The following is a in-depth comparison of the Casio EX-ZR300 and Nikon AW100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-ZR300 was brought out 10 months after the AW100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-ZR300 scores versus the AW100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Nikon AW100
| EX-ZR300 | AW100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | May 2012 |  | August 2011 | Newer by 10 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Casio EX-ZR300
| AW100 | EX-ZR300 |
|---|
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Nikon AW100
| EX-ZR300 | AW100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon AW100 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 provides external 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) and the Nikon AW100 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR300 against the AW100.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR300 and AW100 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon AW100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and AW100.
As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern EX-ZR300 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon AW100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon AW100 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Casio | Nikon |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Nikon Coolpix AW100 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2012-05-22 | 2011-08-24 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.9-4.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.70 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| 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 | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 205 grams (0.45 pounds) | 178 grams (0.39 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
| 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 | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NP-130 | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $329 | $299 |
