Casio EX-S200 vs Fujifilm XQ1

Here, we are analyzing the Casio EX-S200 and Fujifilm XQ1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the EX-S200 (14MP) and the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) is very similar but the EX-S200 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") have totally different sensor size.

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The EX-S200 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm XQ1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-S200 grades vs the Fujifilm XQ1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S200 & Fujifilm XQ1. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-S200 Gallery & Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S200 has external measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XQ1 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-S200 and Fujifilm XQ1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-S200 and the Fujifilm XQ1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S200 and Fujifilm XQ1 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S200 and Fujifilm XQ1.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-S200 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Casio EX-S200 will offer you greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older EX-S200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.