Casio EX-Z550 vs Fujifilm S4200
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Fujifilm S4200 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 64 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Launched January 2012

Casio EX-Z550 vs Fujifilm S4200 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-Z550 and Fujifilm S4200, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was announced 24 months earlier than the Fujifilm S4200 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-Z550 grades versus the Fujifilm S4200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Fujifilm S4200 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Fujifilm FinePix S4200. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Fujifilm S4200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Fujifilm S4200
EX-Z550 | Fujifilm S4200 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4200 over the Casio EX-Z550
Fujifilm S4200 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 24 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Fujifilm S4200
EX-Z550 | Fujifilm S4200 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Fujifilm S4200 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z550 enjoys external dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Fujifilm S4200 has measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z550 and Fujifilm S4200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z550 compared to the Fujifilm S4200.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and Fujifilm S4200 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Fujifilm S4200 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z550 and Fujifilm S4200.
Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-Z550 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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Casio EX-Z550 vs Fujifilm S4200 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Fujifilm FinePix S4200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Fujifilm FinePix S4200 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2012-01-05 |
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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 24-576mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 143 grams (0.32 lb) | 543 grams (1.20 lb) |
Physical 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 rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photographs |
Battery type | - | AA |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $149 | $200 |