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Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm XQ1

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Fujifilm XQ1 front
Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
55
Overall
45

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm XQ1 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
  • Launched September 2010
Fujifilm XQ1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
  • 206g - 100 x 59 x 33mm
  • Introduced November 2013
  • Successor is Fujifilm XQ2
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm XQ1 Overview

Let's look closer at the Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm XQ1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) is very similar but the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z16 was revealed 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm XQ1 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-Z16 matches up against the Fujifilm XQ1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Fujifilm XQ1

 EX-Z16 Fujifilm XQ1 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ1 over the Casio EX-Z16

 Fujifilm XQ1 EX-Z16 
IntroducedNovember 2013September 2010More modern by 38 months
Display size3""Larger display (+3")
Display resolution920k0kClearer display (+920k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Fujifilm XQ1

 EX-Z16 Fujifilm XQ1 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm XQ1 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 features outer 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) whilst the Fujifilm XQ1 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-Z16 and the Fujifilm XQ1.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm XQ1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and Fujifilm XQ1 is 99 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm XQ1 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm XQ1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and Fujifilm XQ1.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor sizes. The EX-Z16 features the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field trickier. The more aged EX-Z16 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm XQ1 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm XQ1 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm XQ1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z16
Portrait photography with Fujifilm XQ1
27
has manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
43
focusing manually
offers face detect focus
delivers RAW formats
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor size (2/3")
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z16
Street photography with Fujifilm XQ1
58
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
fixed screen
very small sensor size (2/3")
heavier than competition in class (206 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography information
Fujifilm XQ1 Sports photography information
27
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
49
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good battery life (240 shots)
comes with phase detect auto focus
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor size (2/3")
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography features
Fujifilm XQ1 Travel photography features
53
flash built-in
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
64
good battery life (240 shots)
built-in flash
quite wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (206 grams)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z16
Landscape photography with Fujifilm XQ1
32
has manual focus
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
small screen (")
no manual exposure
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
56
focusing manually
quite wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
good sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
good battery life (240 shots)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (2/3")
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z16
Vlogging with Fujifilm XQ1
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (848 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have mic jack
34
quite wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does not contain selfie friendly display
no mic jack
heavier than competition in class (206 grams)
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Fujifilm XQ1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Fujifilm XQ1
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Fujifilm XQ1
General Information
Brand Name Casio FujiFilm
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Fujifilm XQ1
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-09-20 2013-11-26
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CMOS X-TRANS II
Sensor size 1/2.3" 2/3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 8.8 x 6.6mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 58.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 12800
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/1.8-4.9
Macro focusing range 7cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 4.1
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal - 3"
Resolution of display 0k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed - 12.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 7.40 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, on, off, slow syncho
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Max video resolution 848x480 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 206 gr (0.45 lb)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3")
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 life - 240 shots
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-48
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media - SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
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