Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- 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
- Revealed September 2010
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 930g - 148 x 135 x 80mm
- Announced March 2005
- Superseded the Fujifilm S2 Pro
- Renewed by Fujifilm S5 Pro

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Casio EX-Z16 and Fujifilm S3 Pro, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Pro DSLR by brands Casio and FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) and the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm S3 Pro (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

The EX-Z16 was revealed 5 years later than the Fujifilm S3 Pro and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Fujifilm S3 Pro being a Large SLR camera.
Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the EX-Z16 matches up versus the Fujifilm S3 Pro with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Fujifilm S3 Pro
EX-Z16 | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Announced | September 2010 | ![]() | March 2005 | Fresher by 68 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S3 Pro over the Casio EX-Z16
Fujifilm S3 Pro | EX-Z16 | |||
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Display dimension | 2" | ![]() | " | Larger display (+2") |
Display resolution | 235k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer display (+235k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Fujifilm S3 Pro
EX-Z16 | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z16 enjoys exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S3 Pro has proportions of 148mm x 135mm x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") and a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z16 and Fujifilm S3 Pro in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z16 against the Fujifilm S3 Pro.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and Fujifilm S3 Pro is 99 and 54 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and Fujifilm S3 Pro.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z16 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Casio EX-Z16 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern EX-Z16 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro |
Class | Ultracompact | Pro DSLR |
Revealed | 2010-09-20 | 2005-03-16 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 356.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 6MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4256 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | - |
Macro focus range | 7cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 309 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | - | 2" |
Screen resolution | 0k dots | 235k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 94 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 15.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 | - |
Highest video resolution | 848x480 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 930 gr (2.05 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 148 x 135 x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 60 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 346 |
Other | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $100 | $0 |