Casio EX-Z450 has a
12.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized CCD sensor . On the other hand, Casio EX-ZR300 has a
16.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor and features Exilim Engine HS processor.
Below you can see the EX-Z450 and EX-ZR300 sensor size comparison.
Casio EX-Z450 and Casio EX-ZR300 have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture. On the other hand, since Casio EX-Z450 has 32% larger pixel area compared to Casio EX-ZR300, it has potential to collect more light on pixel level hence have less noise in low light / High ISO images.