Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S4000
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Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S4000 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 Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Launched January 2011
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S4050

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S4000 Overview
The following is a detailed comparison of the Casio EX-Z550 versus FujiFilm S4000, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the S4000 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was unveiled 12 months before the S4000 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-Z550 matches up vs the S4000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S4000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & FujiFilm FinePix S4000. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & FujiFilm S4000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the FujiFilm S4000
EX-Z550 | S4000 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S4000 over the Casio EX-Z550
S4000 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and FujiFilm S4000
EX-Z550 | S4000 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S4000 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z550 has outer measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) and the FujiFilm S4000 has measurements 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 out the Casio EX-Z550 versus FujiFilm S4000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z550 compared to the S4000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and S4000 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S4000 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and S4000.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images although you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-Z550 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S4000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S4000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 |
Otherwise known as | - | FinePix S4050 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-05 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 143 gr (0.32 lbs) | 540 gr (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 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 life | - | 300 shots |
Type of battery | - | AA |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $149 | $279 |