Casio EX-ZR400 vs Fujifilm S1500

Let's examine more closely at the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Fujifilm S1500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Casio and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was launched 4 years later than the Fujifilm S1500 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the EX-ZR400 grades versus the Fujifilm S1500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 & Fujifilm FinePix S1500. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery & Fujifilm S1500 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR400 has exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Fujifilm S1500 has specifications of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") and a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Fujifilm S1500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR400 and the Fujifilm S1500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR400 and Fujifilm S1500 is 92 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR400 and Fujifilm S1500.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR400 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR400 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.