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Casio EX-ZR300 vs FujiFilm F80EXR

Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
50
Overall
43
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 front
 
FujiFilm FinePix F80EXR front
Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
28
Overall
32

Casio EX-ZR300 vs FujiFilm F80EXR Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
  • Revealed May 2012
FujiFilm F80EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-270mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
  • 210g - 99 x 59 x 28mm
  • Launched June 2010
  • Alternative Name is FinePix F85EXR
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs FujiFilm F80EXR Overview

In this article, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZR300 versus FujiFilm F80EXR, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and F80EXR (12MP) and the EX-ZR300 (1/2.3") and F80EXR (1/2") possess different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZR300 was revealed 24 months later than the F80EXR making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZR300 matches up vs the F80EXR with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the FujiFilm F80EXR

 EX-ZR300 F80EXR 
LaunchedMay 2012June 2010Fresher by 24 months
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick FujiFilm F80EXR over the Casio EX-ZR300

 F80EXR EX-ZR300 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and FujiFilm F80EXR

 EX-ZR300 F80EXR 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurement
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Casio EX-ZR300 vs FujiFilm F80EXR Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR300 has got external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the FujiFilm F80EXR has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR300 versus FujiFilm F80EXR in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR300 against the F80EXR.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs FujiFilm F80EXR size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR300 and F80EXR is 92 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs FujiFilm F80EXR top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 vs FujiFilm F80EXR Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The visual below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR300 and F80EXR.

All in all, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR300 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Casio EX-ZR300 will render more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR300 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs FujiFilm F80EXR sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 vs FujiFilm F80EXR Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR300 vs FujiFilm F80EXR Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 Portrait photography features
FujiFilm F80EXR Portrait photography features
39
has manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
21
lack of manual focus
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 as a Street photography camera
FujiFilm F80EXR as a Street photography camera
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others in class (205g)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
53
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2")
lack of RAW files
more heavy than average (210 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 as a Sports photography camera
FujiFilm F80EXR as a Sports photography camera
55
amazing zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
better than average battery pack (500 per charge)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
25
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max frames per second low (4.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
small sensor (1/2")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 Travel photography information
FujiFilm F80EXR Travel photography information
71
better than average battery pack (500 shots)
lighter than others in class (205 grams)
good MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (24mm)
very long zoom (300mm)
missing Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
58
built-in flash
fairly wide (27mm)
long reach (270mm)
no Timelapse function
more heavy than average (210 grams)
low MP (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZR300
Landscape photography with FujiFilm F80EXR
52
has manual focus
decently wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16 megapixels)
better than average battery pack (500 CIPA)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
38
fairly wide (27mm)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2")
lack of RAW files
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 as a Vlogging camera
FujiFilm F80EXR as a Vlogging camera
33
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others in class (205 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
missing external microphone port
27
fairly wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone support
more heavy than average (210 grams)
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs FujiFilm F80EXR Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR300 and FujiFilm F80EXR
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR300FujiFilm FinePix F80EXR
General Information
Brand Name Casio FujiFilm
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 FujiFilm FinePix F80EXR
Also referred to as - FinePix F85EXR
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2012-05-22 2010-06-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine HS EXR
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.4 x 4.8mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 30.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Highest boosted ISO - 12800
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-300mm (12.5x) 27-270mm (10.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.3-5.6
Macro focusing distance 1cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.6
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech Super Clear TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 4.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.70 m 4.20 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 205 gr (0.45 lbs) 210 gr (0.46 lbs)
Dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 99 x 59 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 500 photos -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-130 NP-50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC Internal
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $329 $400