Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300
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![Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 front Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR400/Casio-EX-ZR400-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix W300 front Nikon Coolpix W300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-W300/Nikon-W300-front.jpg)
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42 Features
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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 January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Released May 2017
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Casio EX-ZR400 and Nikon W300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the W300 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The EX-ZR400 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the W300 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-ZR400 scores vs the W300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Nikon Coolpix W300. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Nikon W300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Nikon W300
EX-ZR400 | W300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Casio EX-ZR400
W300 | EX-ZR400 | |||
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Released | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 52 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Nikon W300
EX-ZR400 | W300 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR400 has outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon W300 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR400 and Nikon W300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR400 versus the W300.
![Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 size comparison Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR400-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-W300-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and W300 is 92 and 91 respectively.
![Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR400-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-W300-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and W300.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of images however you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-ZR400 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
![Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 sensor size comparison Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR400-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-W300-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR400-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-W300-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon W300 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Nikon Coolpix W300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Nikon Coolpix W300 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2017-05-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | - |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 30.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 pounds) | 231 gr (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photos | 280 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Built-in |
Battery ID | NP-130 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $0 | $387 |