Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon P530
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon P530 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
- Revealed May 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 494g - 123 x 84 x 98mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon P520
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon P530 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Nikon P530, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the P530 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe EX-ZR300 was revealed 20 months prior to the P530 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR300 matches up vs the P530 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon P530 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 & Nikon Coolpix P530. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery & Nikon P530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Nikon P530
EX-ZR300 | P530 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P530 over the Casio EX-ZR300
P530 | EX-ZR300 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | May 2012 | Fresher by 20 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 461k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Nikon P530
EX-ZR300 | P530 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon P530 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 comes with physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon P530 has specifications of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Nikon P530 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR300 vs the P530.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR300 and P530 is 92 and 67 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon P530 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR300 and P530.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files although you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older EX-ZR300 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon P530 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Nikon Coolpix P530 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Nikon Coolpix P530 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-05-22 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-1000mm (41.7x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 0cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 8.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lbs) | 494 grams (1.09 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 123 x 84 x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $329 | $280 |