Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 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
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Released January 2014
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX-ZR300 was released 19 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the EX-ZR300 scores vs the Galaxy Camera 2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
EX-ZR300 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Casio EX-ZR300
Galaxy Camera 2 | EX-ZR300 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | May 2012 | More modern by 19 months | |
Screen sizing | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 461k | Clearer screen (+576k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
EX-ZR300 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR300 enjoys outside dimensions 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR300 versus the Galaxy Camera 2.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR300 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and Galaxy Camera 2.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos though you really should take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-ZR300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-05-22 | 2014-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 pounds) | 283g (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 photos | 400 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $329 | $400 |