Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon P80

Following is a in depth review of the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon P80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and P80 (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZR300 was introduced 3 years after the P80 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-ZR300 matches up versus the P80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Nikon Coolpix P80. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Nikon P80 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 features outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon P80 has specifications of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon P80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR300 against the P80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and P80 is 92 and 75 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and P80.

As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Casio EX-ZR300 to show greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR300 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.