Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony W510
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony W510 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony W510 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Sony W510, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and W510 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR300 was manufactured 17 months after the W510 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the EX-ZR300 scores versus the W510 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony W510 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Sony W510
EX-ZR300 | W510 | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 17 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Casio EX-ZR300
W510 | EX-ZR300 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Sony W510
EX-ZR300 | W510 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR300 has outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony W510 has dimensions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Sony W510 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR300 against the W510.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR300 and W510 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR300 and W510.
Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR300 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR300 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony W510 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-05-22 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 2.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 pounds) | 119 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $329 | $99 |