Casio EX-ZR15 vs Fujifilm S1

Let's look more closely at the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Fujifilm S1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR15 was announced 24 months before the Fujifilm S1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR15 scores versus the Fujifilm S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Fujifilm FinePix S1. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Fujifilm S1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR15 enjoys outside dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S1 has proportions of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Fujifilm S1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR15 vs the Fujifilm S1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR15 and Fujifilm S1 is 93 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR15 and Fujifilm S1.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-ZR15 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.