Casio EX-ZR800 vs Fujifilm S4200
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Fujifilm S4200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Announced August 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Launched January 2012

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Fujifilm S4200 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-ZR800 and Fujifilm S4200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR800 was launched 20 months after the Fujifilm S4200 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-ZR800 scores vs the Fujifilm S4200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Fujifilm S4200 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 & Fujifilm FinePix S4200. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery & Fujifilm S4200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Fujifilm S4200
EX-ZR800 | Fujifilm S4200 | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 20 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4200 over the Casio EX-ZR800
Fujifilm S4200 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Fujifilm S4200
EX-ZR800 | Fujifilm S4200 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Fujifilm S4200 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR800 has got exterior dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S4200 has specifications of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR800 and Fujifilm S4200 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR800 against the Fujifilm S4200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR800 and Fujifilm S4200 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Fujifilm S4200 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR800 and Fujifilm S4200.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Casio EX-ZR800 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR800 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Fujifilm S4200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Fujifilm S4200 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Fujifilm FinePix S4200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Fujifilm FinePix S4200 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-08-07 | 2012-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-576mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 pounds) | 543 grams (1.20 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
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 | 470 photos | 300 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NP-130 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $429 | $200 |