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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung WB350F

Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
50
Overall
43
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 front
 
Samsung WB350F front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
46
Overall
42

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung WB350F Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR300
(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
  • Launched May 2012
Samsung WB350F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung WB350F Overview

Let's look more closely at the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR300 was revealed 19 months earlier than the WB350F which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the EX-ZR300 grades vs the WB350F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Samsung WB350F

 EX-ZR300 WB350F 
Screen resolution461k460kSharper screen (+1k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Casio EX-ZR300

 WB350F EX-ZR300 
RevealedJanuary 2014May 2012Fresher by 19 months
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Samsung WB350F

 EX-ZR300 WB350F 
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 features 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) while the Samsung WB350F has specifications of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Samsung WB350F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR300 compared to the WB350F.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung WB350F size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR300 and WB350F is 92 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung WB350F top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR300 and WB350F.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older EX-ZR300 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung WB350F sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung WB350F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 Portrait photography information
Samsung WB350F Portrait photography information
39
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (16MP)
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
40
has manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB350F as a Street photography camera
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (205g)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (276g)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 Sports photography factors
Samsung WB350F Sports photography factors
55
excellent zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
offers tracking autofocus
great battery power (500 shots)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
50
amazing zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung WB350F as a Travel photography camera
71
great battery power (500 per charge)
lighter than average (205g)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (24mm)
very long reach (300mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
69
lighter than average in class (276g)
good MP (16MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (23mm)
long zoom (483mm)
missing Timelapse recording
doesn't have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 Landscape photography factors
Samsung WB350F Landscape photography factors
52
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
great battery power (500 shots)
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
50
has manual focus
relatively wide (23mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 Vlogging info
Samsung WB350F Vlogging info
33
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average (205 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external mic support
34
relatively wide (23mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average in class (276g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
missing microphone jack
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Samsung WB350F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR300 and Samsung WB350F
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR300Samsung WB350F
General Information
Brand Name Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 Samsung WB350F
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2012-05-22 2014-01-07
Body design 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type 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 -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 461k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech Super Clear TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15s 16s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.70 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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) 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 -
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 205 gr (0.45 lbs) 276 gr (0.61 lbs)
Dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-130 SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $329 $260