Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S8400W
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S8400W 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1056mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced March 2013

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S8400W Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S8400W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR300 was revealed 10 months earlier than the Fujifilm S8400W so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-ZR300 matches up versus the Fujifilm S8400W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S8400W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm FinePix S8400W. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Fujifilm S8400W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Fujifilm S8400W
EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm S8400W | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the Casio EX-ZR300
Fujifilm S8400W | EX-ZR300 | |||
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Introduced | March 2013 | ![]() | May 2012 | Fresher by 10 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S8400W
EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm S8400W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S8400W Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 enjoys physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S8400W has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S8400W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR300 versus the Fujifilm S8400W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S8400W is 92 and 61 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S8400W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and Fujifilm S8400W.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images although you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older EX-ZR300 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Fujifilm S8400W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Fujifilm FinePix S8400W |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-05-22 | 2013-03-22 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-1056mm (44.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1700s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
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 lbs) | 670 gr (1.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") |
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 | 300 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NP-130 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $329 | $300 |