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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Fujifilm J30

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix J30 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
10
Overall
25

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Fujifilm J30 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS15
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 154g - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced July 2011
Fujifilm J30
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
  • 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
  • Introduced July 2009
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Fujifilm J30 Overview

Below is a extensive overview of the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Fujifilm J30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was revealed 2 years later than the Fujifilm J30 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-ZS15 scores against the Fujifilm J30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Fujifilm J30

 EX-ZS15 Fujifilm J30 
IntroducedJuly 2011July 2009More recent by 25 months

Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 Fujifilm J30 EX-ZS15 
Screen size2.7""Bigger screen (+2.7")
Screen resolution230k0kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Fujifilm J30

 EX-ZS15 Fujifilm J30 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Fujifilm J30 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZS15 enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Fujifilm J30 has proportions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Fujifilm J30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZS15 vs the Fujifilm J30.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Fujifilm J30 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS15 and Fujifilm J30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Fujifilm J30 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Fujifilm J30 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZS15 and Fujifilm J30.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Casio EX-ZS15 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZS15 should have an edge in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Fujifilm J30 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Fujifilm J30 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Fujifilm J30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Portrait photography features
Fujifilm J30 Portrait photography features
28
MP count decent (14MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
21
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
low MP (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography details
Fujifilm J30 Street photography details
48
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
more heavy than others (154g)
low maximum ISO (0)
48
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Sports photography with Fujifilm J30
32
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Travel photography factors
Fujifilm J30 Travel photography factors
61
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
very good max aperture (f)
no Timelapse mode
more heavy than others (154 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
52
has built in flash
no Time Lapse recording
low MP (12MP)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Landscape photography with Fujifilm J30
32
very good max aperture (f)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
small screen (")
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lack of RAW format
no Timelapse mode
23
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Vlogging factors
Fujifilm J30 Vlogging factors
26
very good max aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone port
more heavy than others (154 grams)
22
wide angle not the best (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
no external mic support
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Fujifilm J30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Fujifilm J30
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Fujifilm FinePix J30
General Information
Company Casio FujiFilm
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Fujifilm FinePix J30
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-07-18 2009-07-22
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD 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 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 3:2
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO - 1600
Highest enhanced ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO - 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 32-96mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/2.9-5.2
Macro focusing distance - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size - 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 0 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed - 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed - 1/1400 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 3.50 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154g (0.34 lb) 133g (0.29 lb)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8")
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 ID - NP-45A
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $248 $150