Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS 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
- Announced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Casio EX-ZR300 and Olympus TG-630 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Olympus. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and TG-630 iHS (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe EX-ZR300 was introduced 7 months earlier than the TG-630 iHS and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-ZR300 scores vs the TG-630 iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Olympus TG-630 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
EX-ZR300 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Casio EX-ZR300
TG-630 iHS | EX-ZR300 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | May 2012 | Newer by 7 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Olympus TG-630 iHS
EX-ZR300 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR300 comes with external 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 TG-630 iHS has measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR300 and Olympus TG-630 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR300 vs the TG-630 iHS.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and TG-630 iHS is 92 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR300 and TG-630 iHS.
Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR300 to offer extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-05-22 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $329 | $200 |