Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1500
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1500 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
- Announced February 2009

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1500 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S1500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Casio and FujiFilm. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR300 was manufactured 3 years after the Fujifilm S1500 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZR300 scores versus the Fujifilm S1500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1500 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 & Fujifilm FinePix S1500. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery & Fujifilm S1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Fujifilm S1500
EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 40 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the Casio EX-ZR300
Fujifilm S1500 | EX-ZR300 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S1500
EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1500 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR300 enjoys 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) and the Fujifilm S1500 has measurements of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") and a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S1500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR300 versus the Fujifilm S1500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S1500 is 92 and 82 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S1500.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR300 to offer more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR300 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S1500 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-05-22 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 33-396mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 8.70 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 pounds) | 345 gr (0.76 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $329 | $200 |