Casio EX-ZR400 vs Fujifilm SL1000

Let's take a closer look at the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Fujifilm SL1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was announced about the same time to the Fujifilm SL1000 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-ZR400 grades versus the Fujifilm SL1000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Fujifilm FinePix SL1000. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR400 offers physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Fujifilm SL1000 has sizing of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Fujifilm SL1000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR400 vs the Fujifilm SL1000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR400 and Fujifilm SL1000 is 92 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR400 and Fujifilm SL1000.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account.