Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS2
Portability
92 Imaging
39 Features
50 Overall
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92 Imaging
39 Features
50 Overall
43
Portability
93 Imaging
36 Features
29 Overall
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93 Imaging
36 Features
29 Overall
33
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
Casio EX-ZR300
(Full Review)
(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
- Introduced May 2012
Panasonic TS2
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Replaced the Panasonic TS1
- Later Model is Panasonic TS3
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Following is a in-depth overview of the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Panasonic TS2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-ZR300 was revealed 2 years after the TS2 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-ZR300 matches up against the TS2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Panasonic TS2
| EX-ZR300 | TS2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | May 2012 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 29 months |
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Casio EX-ZR300
| TS2 | EX-ZR300 |
|---|
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Panasonic TS2
| EX-ZR300 | TS2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lack of Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR300 provides physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Panasonic TS2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR300 compared to the TS2.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and TS2 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR300 and TS2.
As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR300 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR300 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Casio EX-ZR300 Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic TS2 Portrait photography highlights
has manual focus
decent MP (16MP)
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street photography with Casio EX-ZR300
Street photography with Panasonic TS2
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (205 grams)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Casio EX-ZR300 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic TS2 Sports photography highlights
great zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
great battery power (500 shots)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
provides tracking focus
environment proof
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel photography with Casio EX-ZR300
Travel photography with Panasonic TS2
great battery power (500 per charge)
lighter than competition (205 grams)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (24mm)
very long zoom (300mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
environment proof
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Casio EX-ZR300 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic TS2 as a Landscape photography camera
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16MP)
great battery power (500 CIPA)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
environment proof
lack of manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Casio EX-ZR300 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic TS2 Vlogging highlights
rather wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (205g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
doesn't have mic support
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic port
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
| Other name | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2012-05-22 | 2010-01-26 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | Venus Engine HD II |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 11 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.70 m | 5.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lb) | 188 gr (0.41 lb) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" 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 photographs | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $329 | $350 |