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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Fujifilm JZ100

Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
46
Overall
40
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 front
Portability
95
Imaging
38
Features
26
Overall
33

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
  • Revealed July 2011
Fujifilm JZ100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
  • 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Introduced January 2012
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Fujifilm JZ100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was announced 5 months earlier than the Fujifilm JZ100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-ZR100 grades versus the Fujifilm JZ100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Fujifilm JZ100

 EX-ZR100 Fujifilm JZ100 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kClearer screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Casio EX-ZR100

 Fujifilm JZ100 EX-ZR100 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Fujifilm JZ100

 EX-ZR100 Fujifilm JZ100 
IntroducedJuly 2011January 2012Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR100 offers outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Fujifilm JZ100 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the Fujifilm JZ100.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Fujifilm JZ100 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and Fujifilm JZ100 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Fujifilm JZ100 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and Fujifilm JZ100.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm JZ100 to result in extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Fujifilm JZ100 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Portrait photography advice
Fujifilm JZ100 Portrait photography advice
29
focusing manually
no external flash support
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
29
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Street photography details
Fujifilm JZ100 Street photography details
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others (204 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (129g)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Sports photography factors
Fujifilm JZ100 Sports photography factors
46
excellent zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
high max frames per second (40.0 frames/s)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with tracking focus
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
slow fps (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Travel photography highlights
Fujifilm JZ100 Travel photography highlights
64
lighter than others (204 grams)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
very long zoom (300mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.0)
68
lighter than competitors (129g)
resolution is good (14MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZR100
Landscape photography with Fujifilm JZ100
43
focusing manually
decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
low resolution (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
38
relatively wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Vlogging factors
Fujifilm JZ100 Vlogging factors
33
decently wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (204g)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic jack
31
relatively wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (129g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone socket
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR100 and Fujifilm JZ100
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR100Fujifilm FinePix JZ100
General Information
Make Casio FujiFilm
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 Fujifilm FinePix JZ100
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-07-19 2012-01-05
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine HS -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS 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 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-300mm (12.5x) 25-200mm (8.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/2.9-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech Super Clear TFT color LCD TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 40.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 2.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
External flash
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 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None 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 204 grams (0.45 lbs) 129 grams (0.28 lbs)
Dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 ID - NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $300 $190