Casio EX-ZS15 vs FujiFilm JZ300
95 Imaging
37 Features
15 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
24 Overall
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 154g - 103 x 59 x 20mm
- Released July 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Additionally referred to as FinePix JZ305

Casio EX-ZS15 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Casio EX-ZS15 and FujiFilm JZ300, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the JZ300 (12MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZS15 was revealed 18 months after the JZ300 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the FujiFilm JZ300 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the EX-ZS15 scores against the JZ300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 & FujiFilm FinePix JZ300. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZS15 Gallery & FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the FujiFilm JZ300
EX-ZS15 | JZ300 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 18 months |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Casio EX-ZS15
JZ300 | EX-ZS15 | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+2.7") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and FujiFilm JZ300
EX-ZS15 | JZ300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZS15 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZS15 enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the FujiFilm JZ300 has measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-ZS15 and FujiFilm JZ300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZS15 versus the JZ300.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS15 and JZ300 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS15 and JZ300.
As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Casio EX-ZS15 to offer greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZS15 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZS15 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 |
Also called as | - | FinePix JZ305 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-07-18 | 2010-02-02 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | - | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.3-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | - | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 0 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 2.60 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 154g (0.34 lbs) | 168g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | - | NP-45A |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $248 | $180 |