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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Fujifilm XQ2

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Fujifilm XQ2 front
Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
57
Overall
46

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2011
Fujifilm XQ2
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
  • 206g - 100 x 59 x 33mm
  • Released January 2015
  • Superseded the Fujifilm XQ1
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Overview

Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-ZS10 versus Fujifilm XQ2, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-ZS10 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The EX-ZS10 was revealed 5 years prior to the Fujifilm XQ2 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-ZS10 matches up versus the Fujifilm XQ2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Fujifilm XQ2

 EX-ZS10 Fujifilm XQ2 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Casio EX-ZS10

 Fujifilm XQ2 EX-ZS10 
ReleasedJanuary 2015January 2011More modern by 49 months
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen size3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution920k0kCrisper screen (+920k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Fujifilm XQ2

 EX-ZS10 Fujifilm XQ2 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS10 offers physical dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Fujifilm XQ2 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZS10 versus Fujifilm XQ2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZS10 versus the Fujifilm XQ2.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Fujifilm XQ2 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS10 and Fujifilm XQ2 is 99 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Fujifilm XQ2 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The picture underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS10 and Fujifilm XQ2.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZS10 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Casio EX-ZS10 will show extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZS10 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Fujifilm XQ2 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Portrait photography information
Fujifilm XQ2 Portrait photography information
28
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
43
has manual focus
supports face detect focus
supports RAW files
can't use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (2/3")
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm XQ2 as a Street photography camera
49
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
maximum ISO low (0)
62
image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW files
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (2/3")
more heavy than competition in class (206 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Sports photography highlights
Fujifilm XQ2 Sports photography highlights
32
resolution is good (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
52
image stabilization (Optical)
supports tracking focus
better than average battery pack (240 CIPA)
comes with phase detect auto focus
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (2/3")
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm XQ2 as a Travel photography camera
71
resolution is good (14MP)
flash built-in
fast maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
64
better than average battery pack (240 shots)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f1.8)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (206 grams)
low MP (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm XQ2 as a Landscape photography camera
33
fast maximum aperture (f)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
screen is somewhat small (")
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
56
has manual focus
reasonably wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f1.8)
screen is a decent size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW files
better than average battery pack (240 CIPA)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (2/3")
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS10
Vlogging with Fujifilm XQ2
27
fast maximum aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic socket
34
reasonably wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f1.8)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
doesn't have microphone socket
more heavy than competition in class (206 grams)
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Fujifilm XQ2
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Fujifilm XQ2
General Information
Brand Casio FujiFilm
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Fujifilm XQ2
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2015-01-14
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - EXR Processor II
Sensor type CCD CMOS X-TRANS II
Sensor size 1/2.3" 2/3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 8.8 x 6.6mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 58.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO - 12800
Lowest native ISO - 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 25-100mm (4.0x)
Max aperture - f/1.8-4.9
Macro focus distance - 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 4.1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal - 3 inches
Screen resolution 0 thousand dots 920 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 30 seconds
Max shutter speed - 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 12.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 7.40 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash options - Auto, on, off, slow syncho
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 206 gr (0.45 lbs)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 240 pictures
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-48
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $120 $299