Casio EX-ZR15 vs Fujifilm S8100fd

In this write-up, we are looking at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Fujifilm S8100fd, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR15 was released 3 years after the Fujifilm S8100fd which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-ZR15 scores versus the Fujifilm S8100fd in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR15 offers physical dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Fujifilm S8100fd has sizing of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Fujifilm S8100fd in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR15 against the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and Fujifilm S8100fd is 93 and 75 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR15 and Fujifilm S8100fd.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR15 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR15 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.