Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm JZ100
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2012

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm JZ100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR300 was unveiled 5 months later than the Fujifilm JZ100 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-ZR300 scores against the Fujifilm JZ100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm FinePix JZ100. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Fujifilm JZ100
EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm JZ100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Casio EX-ZR300
Fujifilm JZ100 | EX-ZR300 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm JZ100
EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm JZ100 | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR300 enjoys outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Fujifilm JZ100 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm JZ100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR300 versus the Fujifilm JZ100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm JZ100 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm JZ100.
As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Casio EX-ZR300 to produce greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-05-22 | 2012-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 2.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) | 129 gr (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 score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $329 | $190 |