Casio EX-ZS15 vs Olympus E-300

Below is a in-depth overview of the Casio EX-ZS15 and Olympus E-300, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Casio and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and E-300 (8MP) and the EX-ZS15 (1/2.3") and E-300 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-ZS15 was introduced 6 years later than the E-300 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus E-300 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-ZS15 scores against the E-300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 and Olympus E-300. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZS15 Gallery and Olympus E-300 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZS15 provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Olympus E-300 has measurements of 147mm x 85mm x 64mm (5.8" x 3.3" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 624 grams (1.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZS15 and Olympus E-300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZS15 versus the E-300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS15 and E-300 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS15 and E-300.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-ZS15 using its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Casio EX-ZS15 will give extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZS15 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.