Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon P100

Here is a extended comparison of the Casio EX-ZR300 and Nikon P100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and P100 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR300 was brought out 23 months later than the P100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-ZR300 scores versus the P100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Nikon Coolpix P100. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Nikon P100 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR300 comes with exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon P100 has dimensions of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") and a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR300 and Nikon P100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR300 compared to the P100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR300 and P100 is 92 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and P100.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Casio EX-ZR300 to deliver greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR300 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.