Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Nikon W300

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Nikon W300, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and the W300 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and W300 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was introduced 6 years prior to the W300 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR grades against the W300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR & Nikon Coolpix W300. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery & Nikon W300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR enjoys external dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Nikon W300 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Nikon W300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and the W300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and W300 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and W300.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical MP albeit different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR provides the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field simpler. The more aged Fujifilm Z1000EXR is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.