Casio EX-Z33 vs Fujifilm S1

Here is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-Z33 versus Fujifilm S1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and Fujifilm S1 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z33 was introduced 5 years earlier than the Fujifilm S1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z33 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-Z33 matches up against the Fujifilm S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Fujifilm FinePix S1. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Fujifilm S1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z33 provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Fujifilm S1 has sizing of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z33 versus Fujifilm S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z33 compared to the Fujifilm S1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z33 and Fujifilm S1 is 97 and 60 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z33 and Fujifilm S1.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm S1 to render greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older EX-Z33 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.