Casio EX-ZR300 vs Pentax RS1500
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Pentax RS1500 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
- Revealed May 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched March 2011
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Below, we are reviewing the Casio EX-ZR300 and Pentax RS1500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR300 matches up versus the RS1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Pentax RS1500
| EX-ZR300 | RS1500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | May 2012 |  | March 2011 | Fresher by 15 months |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Casio EX-ZR300
| RS1500 | EX-ZR300 |
|---|
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Pentax RS1500
| EX-ZR300 | RS1500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither contains Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 has got external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR300 versus the RS1500.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and RS1500 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR300 and RS1500.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR300 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR300 should have an advantage in sensor tech.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Pentax Optio RS1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Casio | Pentax |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Pentax Optio RS1500 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2012-05-22 | 2011-03-16 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Exilim Engine HS | - |
| 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 | 16MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 205 grams (0.45 pounds) | 157 grams (0.35 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| 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 | 260 pictures |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-130 | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $329 | $150 |