Casio EX-ZS5 vs Fujifilm Z300
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Fujifilm Z300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 848 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.9-6.4) lens
- 155g - 92 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched June 2009

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Fujifilm Z300 Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Fujifilm Z300, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and Fujifilm Z300 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZS5 was introduced 20 months later than the Fujifilm Z300 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-ZS5 grades against the Fujifilm Z300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Fujifilm Z300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 and Fujifilm FinePix Z300. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery and Fujifilm Z300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Fujifilm Z300
EX-ZS5 | Fujifilm Z300 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | June 2009 | Fresher by 20 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z300 over the Casio EX-ZS5
Fujifilm Z300 | EX-ZS5 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Fujifilm Z300
EX-ZS5 | Fujifilm Z300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Fujifilm Z300 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZS5 enjoys outside measurements 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 Z300 has specifications of 92mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Fujifilm Z300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZS5 against the Fujifilm Z300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS5 and Fujifilm Z300 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Fujifilm Z300 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS5 and Fujifilm Z300.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZS5 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZS5 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Fujifilm Z300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Fujifilm Z300 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Fujifilm FinePix Z300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Fujifilm FinePix Z300 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2009-06-12 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.9-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 9cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 848x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 155 grams (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 92 x 57 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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-45 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple Timer, Group Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $100 | $0 |