Casio EX-Z450 vs FujiFilm F300EXR
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Casio EX-Z450 vs FujiFilm F300EXR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Announced July 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix F305EXR

Casio EX-Z450 vs FujiFilm F300EXR Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-Z450 and FujiFilm F300EXR, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the F300EXR (12MP) is pretty comparable but the EX-Z450 (1/2.3") and F300EXR (1/2") have totally different sensor sizing.

The EX-Z450 was unveiled 11 months prior to the F300EXR so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-Z450 matches up against the F300EXR with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z450 vs FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the FujiFilm F300EXR
EX-Z450 | F300EXR | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm F300EXR over the Casio EX-Z450
F300EXR | EX-Z450 | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and FujiFilm F300EXR
EX-Z450 | F300EXR | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs FujiFilm F300EXR Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z450 enjoys outer measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm F300EXR has dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z450 and FujiFilm F300EXR in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z450 versus the F300EXR.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and F300EXR is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs FujiFilm F300EXR Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and F300EXR.
To sum up, the two cameras provide the same resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The EX-Z450 contains the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging. The more aged EX-Z450 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z450 vs FujiFilm F300EXR Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs FujiFilm F300EXR Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR |
Otherwise known as | - | FinePix F305EXR |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-08-18 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 lb) | 215g (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $229 | $280 |