Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S1000pj
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S1000pj Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched August 2009

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S1000pj Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S1000pj, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and S1000pj (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR300 was launched 2 years after the S1000pj which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-ZR300 matches up vs the S1000pj when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S1000pj Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Nikon S1000pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Nikon S1000pj
EX-ZR300 | S1000pj | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 35 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Casio EX-ZR300
S1000pj | EX-ZR300 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Nikon S1000pj
EX-ZR300 | S1000pj | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR300 enjoys external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon S1000pj has measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S1000pj in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR300 vs the S1000pj.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and S1000pj is 92 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The image below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR300 and S1000pj.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZR300 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR300 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-05-22 | 2009-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | Expeed |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
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 | 205 grams (0.45 lbs) | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $329 | $289 |