Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S3200
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Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S3200 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix S3250

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S3200 Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Casio EX-Z550 and FujiFilm S3200, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the S3200 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was revealed 12 months before the S3200 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the EX-Z550 grades versus the S3200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S3200 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and FujiFilm FinePix S3200. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and FujiFilm S3200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the FujiFilm S3200
EX-Z550 | S3200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Casio EX-Z550
S3200 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and FujiFilm S3200
EX-Z550 | S3200 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S3200 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z550 comes with external 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 S3200 has proportions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z550 and FujiFilm S3200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the EX-Z550 versus the S3200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and S3200 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S3200 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z550 and S3200.
As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older EX-Z550 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S3200 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 |
Otherwise known as | - | FinePix S3250 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-05 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 24-576mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 143 grams (0.32 lbs) | 540 grams (1.19 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
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 life | - | 300 pictures |
Battery form | - | AA |
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 | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $149 | $190 |