Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon B700
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon B700 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
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Revealed February 2016

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon B700 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon B700, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the B700 (20MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR300 was announced 4 years before the B700 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-ZR300 scores vs the B700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon B700 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 & Nikon Coolpix B700. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery & Nikon B700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Nikon B700
EX-ZR300 | B700 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon B700 over the Casio EX-ZR300
B700 | EX-ZR300 | |||
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Revealed | February 2016 | ![]() | May 2012 | More recent by 45 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Nikon B700
EX-ZR300 | B700 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon B700 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 enjoys exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon B700 has specifications of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon B700 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR300 against the B700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and B700 is 92 and 65 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon B700 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and B700.
To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon B700 to render more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older EX-ZR300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon B700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon B700 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Nikon Coolpix B700 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Nikon Coolpix B700 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-05-22 | 2016-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 921k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 7.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
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 pounds) | 565g (1.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") |
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 | 500 photos | 350 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $329 | $500 |