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Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm Z300

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix Z300 front
Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm Z300 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(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
Fujifilm Z300
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Fujifilm Z300

 EX-Z16 Fujifilm Z300 
LaunchedSeptember 2010June 2009Newer by 16 months
Focus manually Dial exact focus

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z300 over the Casio EX-Z16

 Fujifilm Z300 EX-Z16 
Screen dimension3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution230k0kClearer screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Fujifilm Z300

 EX-Z16 Fujifilm Z300 
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm Z300 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm Z300 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm Z300 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm Z300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Portrait photography features
Fujifilm Z300 Portrait photography features
27
you can focus manually
no manual mode
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
19
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
no external flash support
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Street photography features
Fujifilm Z300 Street photography features
58
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
59
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports focus by touch
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than competition in class (155g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography info
Fujifilm Z300 Sports photography info
27
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
23
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography factors
Fujifilm Z300 Travel photography factors
53
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
54
supports focus by touch
flash built-in
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (155g)
megapixel count low (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z16
Landscape photography with Fujifilm Z300
32
you can focus manually
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (")
no manual mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
31
nice screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
no manual mode
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Vlogging features
Fujifilm Z300 Vlogging features
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (848 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
27
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
no external mic socket
heavier than competition in class (155g)
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm Z300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Fujifilm Z300
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Fujifilm FinePix Z300
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