Casio EX-Z400 vs Fujifilm S1500
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Fujifilm S1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.0) lens
- 130g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
- Launched February 2009

Casio EX-Z400 vs Fujifilm S1500 Overview
Following is a comprehensive review of the Casio EX-Z400 versus Fujifilm S1500, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z400 was announced very close to the Fujifilm S1500 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Fujifilm S1500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-Z400 scores versus the Fujifilm S1500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Fujifilm S1500 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Fujifilm FinePix S1500. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Fujifilm S1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Fujifilm S1500
EX-Z400 | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the Casio EX-Z400
Fujifilm S1500 | EX-Z400 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Fujifilm S1500
EX-Z400 | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Launched | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z400 vs Fujifilm S1500 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z400 features physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Fujifilm S1500 has proportions of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z400 versus Fujifilm S1500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z400 and the Fujifilm S1500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z400 and Fujifilm S1500 is 95 and 82 respectively.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Fujifilm S1500 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z400 and Fujifilm S1500.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Casio EX-Z400 to deliver more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Fujifilm S1500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z400 vs Fujifilm S1500 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 33-396mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-7.0 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | - | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 8.70 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 130g (0.29 lbs) | 345g (0.76 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") |
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-40 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $0 | $200 |