Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony NEX-5T 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 - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Revealed August 2013
- Old Model is Sony NEX-5R
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Following is a thorough comparison of the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony NEX-5T, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is pretty similar but the EX-ZR300 (1/2.3") and NEX-5T (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe EX-ZR300 was unveiled 15 months before the NEX-5T which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-ZR300 grades against the NEX-5T in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Sony NEX-5T
| EX-ZR300 | NEX-5T |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Casio EX-ZR300
| NEX-5T | EX-ZR300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2013 |  | May 2012 | More modern by 15 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 461k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Sony NEX-5T
| EX-ZR300 | NEX-5T | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR300 features external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5T has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony NEX-5T in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR300 and the NEX-5T.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR300 and NEX-5T is 92 and 89 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and NEX-5T.
All in all, the two cameras provide the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The EX-ZR300 provides the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The more aged EX-ZR300 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2012-05-22 | 2013-08-27 |
| Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Exilim Engine HS | Bionz |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 99 |
| Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | - |
| Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Available lenses | - | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 461k dot | 922k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.70 m | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lb) | 276 gr (0.61 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 78 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1015 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 500 images | 330 images |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-130 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $329 | $400 |