Casio EX-ZR800 vs Fujifilm XF1

Let's take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-ZR800 and Fujifilm XF1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the EX-ZR800 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-ZR800 was released 11 months after the Fujifilm XF1 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-ZR800 scores against the Fujifilm XF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Fujifilm XF1. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Fujifilm XF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR800 features physical measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XF1 has measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZR800 and Fujifilm XF1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZR800 versus the Fujifilm XF1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR800 and Fujifilm XF1 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR800 and Fujifilm XF1.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR800 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Casio EX-ZR800 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR800 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.