Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung ST600
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung ST600 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
- Revealed May 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 150g - 104 x 60 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung ST600 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Samsung ST600, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR300 was introduced 2 years later than the ST600 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the EX-ZR300 scores versus the ST600 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung ST600 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 & Samsung ST600. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery & Samsung ST600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Samsung ST600
EX-ZR300 | ST600 | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 29 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Casio EX-ZR300
ST600 | EX-ZR300 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Samsung ST600
EX-ZR300 | ST600 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung ST600 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR300 offers outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung ST600 has dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Samsung ST600 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR300 versus the ST600.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR300 and ST600 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung ST600 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR300 and ST600.
All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR300 to show extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR300 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung ST600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung ST600 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Samsung ST600 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Samsung ST600 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-05-22 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | 205g (0.45 pounds) | 150g (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | SLB07 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $329 | $330 |