Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S1600
95 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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78 Imaging
35 Features
26 Overall
31
Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S1600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released February 2010
- Also Known as FinePix S1770

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S1600 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S1600, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the S1600 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was revealed very close to the S1600 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-Z550 matches up vs the S1600 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S1600 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and FujiFilm FinePix S1600. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and FujiFilm S1600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the FujiFilm S1600
EX-Z550 | S1600 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Casio EX-Z550
S1600 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and FujiFilm S1600
EX-Z550 | S1600 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S1600 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z550 has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm S1600 has specifications of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S1600 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z550 against the S1600.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and S1600 is 95 and 78 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S1600 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z550 and S1600.
As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-Z550 to resolve more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S1600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S1600 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 |
Alternative name | - | FinePix S1770 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | 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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/4.0-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 99% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 143g (0.32 lbs) | 337g (0.74 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
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 | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $149 | $130 |