Casio EX-S5 vs Fujifilm XQ1

Following is a comprehensive review of the Casio EX-S5 vs Fujifilm XQ1, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the EX-S5 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-S5 was released 5 years earlier than the Fujifilm XQ1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the EX-S5 scores against the Fujifilm XQ1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S5 & Fujifilm XQ1. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-S5 Gallery & Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S5 features physical dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Fujifilm XQ1 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-S5 vs Fujifilm XQ1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-S5 against the Fujifilm XQ1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S5 and Fujifilm XQ1 is 97 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S5 and Fujifilm XQ1.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-S5 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Fujifilm XQ1 will show more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.