Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon P950

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the P950 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR300 was introduced 8 years earlier than the P950 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the EX-ZR300 scores vs the P950 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Nikon Coolpix P950. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Nikon P950 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR300 comes with outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon P950 has sizing of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") having a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Nikon P950 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR300 and the P950.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR300 and P950 is 92 and 52 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and P950.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you will need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older EX-ZR300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.