Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm Z300
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm Z300 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
- Announced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.9-6.4) lens
- 155g - 92 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched June 2009

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm Z300 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Casio EX-Z16 and Fujifilm Z300, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z300 (10MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z16 was unveiled 16 months after the Fujifilm Z300 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z16 grades against the Fujifilm Z300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm Z300 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 and Fujifilm FinePix Z300. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery and Fujifilm Z300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Fujifilm Z300
EX-Z16 | Fujifilm Z300 | |||
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Launched | September 2010 | ![]() | June 2009 | Newer by 16 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z300 over the Casio EX-Z16
Fujifilm Z300 | EX-Z16 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Fujifilm Z300
EX-Z16 | Fujifilm Z300 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm Z300 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z16 has exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Fujifilm Z300 has proportions of 92mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z16 and Fujifilm Z300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z16 against the Fujifilm Z300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and Fujifilm Z300 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm Z300 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and Fujifilm Z300.
To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Casio EX-Z16 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z16 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

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Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm Z300 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Fujifilm FinePix Z300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Fujifilm FinePix Z300 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-09-20 | 2009-06-12 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.9-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 7cm | 9cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | - | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 0 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 848x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 155g (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 92 x 57 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-45 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple Timer, Group Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $100 | $0 |