Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony TX30

Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-ZR300 and Sony TX30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR300 was launched 14 months earlier than the TX30 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-ZR300 scores versus the TX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR300 enjoys exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR300 and Sony TX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR300 against the TX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and TX30 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR300 and TX30.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony TX30 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-ZR300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.