Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Released June 2013
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Casio EX-ZR300 and Olympus TG-2 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Olympus. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and TG-2 iHS (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-ZR300 was introduced 13 months earlier than the TG-2 iHS making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZR300 grades against the TG-2 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
EX-ZR300 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Casio EX-ZR300
TG-2 iHS | EX-ZR300 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | May 2012 | More modern by 13 months | |
Display resolution | 610k | 461k | Clearer display (+149k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Olympus TG-2 iHS
EX-ZR300 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 features exterior 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 Olympus TG-2 iHS has specifications of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR300 and Olympus TG-2 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR300 and the TG-2 iHS.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and TG-2 iHS is 92 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and TG-2 iHS.
To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR300 to resolve extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR300 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-05-22 | 2013-06-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 610k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | 350 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | Li-90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $329 | $380 |