Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon P300

Here, we will be comparing the Casio EX-ZR400 and Nikon P300, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Nikon. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and P300 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was released 21 months later than the P300 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-ZR400 scores versus the P300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 & Nikon Coolpix P300. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery & Nikon P300 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR400 features outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon P300 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZR400 and Nikon P300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR400 and the P300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and P300 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and P300.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR400 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR400 should have an edge in sensor tech.