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Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro front
Portability
56
Imaging
38
Features
33
Overall
36

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 848 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced September 2010
Fujifilm S1 Pro
(Full Review)
  • 3MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 320 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 820g - 148 x 125 x 80mm
  • Revealed August 2000
  • Successor is Fujifilm S2 Pro
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Overview

In this article, we are contrasting the Casio EX-Z16 and Fujifilm S1 Pro, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Pro DSLR by brands Casio and FujiFilm. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and Fujifilm S1 Pro (3MP) and the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm S1 Pro (APS-C) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The EX-Z16 was launched 10 years after the Fujifilm S1 Pro which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Fujifilm S1 Pro being a Large SLR camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-Z16 grades versus the Fujifilm S1 Pro when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Fujifilm S1 Pro

 EX-Z16 Fujifilm S1 Pro 
RevealedSeptember 2010August 2000More modern by 124 months

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1 Pro over the Casio EX-Z16

 Fujifilm S1 Pro EX-Z16 
Display sizing2""Larger display (+2")
Display resolution200k0kClearer display (+200k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Fujifilm S1 Pro

 EX-Z16 Fujifilm S1 Pro 
Manually focus Very exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 provides physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S1 Pro has specifications of 148mm x 125mm x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z16 and Fujifilm S1 Pro in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z16 vs the Fujifilm S1 Pro.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and Fujifilm S1 Pro is 99 and 56 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The picture below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z16 and Fujifilm S1 Pro.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z16 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Casio EX-Z16 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer EX-Z16 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Portrait photography factors
Fujifilm S1 Pro Portrait photography factors
27
manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
46
you can focus manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
megapixel count low (3 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z16
Street photography with Fujifilm S1 Pro
58
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
53
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (820g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography information
Fujifilm S1 Pro Sports photography information
27
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
35
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports phase detect AF
doesn't have liveview
max frames per second low (2.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (3 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography factors
Fujifilm S1 Pro Travel photography factors
53
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
46
lighter than competition in class (820 grams)
flash built-in
missing Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (3MP)
does not have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm S1 Pro as a Landscape photography camera
32
manual focus
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
small screen ( inch)
lack of manual mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
43
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
screen is small (2 inches)
doesn't have liveview
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (3MP)
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z16
Vlogging with Fujifilm S1 Pro
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (848 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have microphone support
9
lack of video recording
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Fujifilm S1 Pro
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
General Information
Manufacturer Casio FujiFilm
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Type Ultracompact Pro DSLR
Introduced 2010-09-20 2000-08-08
Body design Ultracompact Large SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23 x 15.5mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 356.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 3 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 3040 x 2016
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 64 320
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Nikon F
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) -
Maximal aperture f/3.2-5.7 -
Macro focusing range 7cm -
Available lenses - 309
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.6
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing - 2 inch
Resolution of display 0 thousand dot 200 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 90%
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 15.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/125 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 -
Highest video resolution 848x480 None
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 820g (1.81 lbs)
Dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 148 x 125 x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID - 4 x AA
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media - SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $100 $2,000