Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro 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
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 320 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 820g - 148 x 125 x 80mm
- Revealed August 2000
- Successor is Fujifilm S2 Pro

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S1 Pro, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro DSLR by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and Fujifilm S1 Pro (3MP) and the EX-ZR300 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm S1 Pro (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

The EX-ZR300 was announced 11 years after the Fujifilm S1 Pro which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1 Pro being a Large SLR camera.
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-ZR300 grades vs the Fujifilm S1 Pro when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Fujifilm S1 Pro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Fujifilm S1 Pro
EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm S1 Pro | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | August 2000 | More modern by 144 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 200k | Crisper screen (+261k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1 Pro over the Casio EX-ZR300
Fujifilm S1 Pro | EX-ZR300 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S1 Pro
EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm S1 Pro | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 offers outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S1 Pro has specifications of 148mm x 125mm x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") having a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S1 Pro in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR300 against the Fujifilm S1 Pro.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S1 Pro is 92 and 56 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S1 Pro.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR300 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Casio EX-ZR300 will offer extra detail with its extra 13MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR300 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro DSLR |
Launched | 2012-05-22 | 2000-08-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23 x 15.5mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 356.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 3 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3040 x 2016 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 320 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 200k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 90 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 15.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/125 seconds |
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) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 pounds) | 820 grams (1.81 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 148 x 125 x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") |
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 | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $329 | $2,000 |