Casio EX-Z450 vs FujiFilm JZ500

In this article, we are comparing the Casio EX-Z450 and FujiFilm JZ500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the JZ500 (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z450 was brought out 10 months prior to the JZ500 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-Z450 grades against the JZ500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and FujiFilm FinePix JZ500. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 comes with outer measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the FujiFilm JZ500 has specifications of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z450 and FujiFilm JZ500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the EX-Z450 vs the JZ500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z450 and JZ500 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The photograph below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z450 and JZ500.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the FujiFilm JZ500 to provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older EX-Z450 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.