Casio EX-100 vs Fujifilm XP50

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-100 versus Fujifilm XP50, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm XP50 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The EX-100 was manufactured 2 years later than the Fujifilm XP50 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-100 grades vs the Fujifilm XP50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Fujifilm FinePix XP50. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Fujifilm XP50 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-100 features external measurements of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") along with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XP50 has proportions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-100 versus Fujifilm XP50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-100 against the Fujifilm XP50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-100 and Fujifilm XP50 is 83 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-100 and Fujifilm XP50.

As you can see, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-100 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm XP50 will provide extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger EX-100 should have a benefit in sensor technology.