Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus SH-2

Let's take a closer look at the Casio EX-ZR300 and Olympus SH-2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the SH-2 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZR300 was introduced 3 years before the SH-2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-ZR300 scores vs the SH-2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Olympus Stylus SH-2. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Olympus SH-2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR300 enjoys outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-2 has proportions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZR300 and Olympus SH-2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZR300 compared to the SH-2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and SH-2 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR300 and SH-2.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files but you should always take the release date of the cameras into account. The older EX-ZR300 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.