Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony RX10

On this page, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Sony RX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the EX-ZR300 (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") posses different sensor sizes.

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The EX-ZR300 was revealed 22 months prior to the RX10 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-ZR300 grades against the RX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery & Sony RX10 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 provides physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony RX10 has specifications of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Sony RX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR300 and the RX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR300 and RX10 is 92 and 58 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR300 and RX10.

Plainly, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-ZR300 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony RX10 will give extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older EX-ZR300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.