Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4000
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96 Imaging
35 Features
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Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
- Released February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2010

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4000 Overview
The following is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-S7 versus Nikon S4000, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the S4000 (12MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-S7 was manufactured very close to the S4000 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-S7 matches up against the S4000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4000 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S7 & Nikon Coolpix S4000. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S7 Gallery & Nikon S4000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Nikon S4000
EX-S7 | S4000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Casio EX-S7
S4000 | EX-S7 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Nikon S4000
EX-S7 | S4000 | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4000 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S7 features outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Nikon S4000 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-S7 versus Nikon S4000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-S7 against the S4000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S7 and S4000 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The pic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S7 and S4000.
To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you really should take the age of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Nikon Coolpix S4000 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-02-21 | 2010-02-03 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Expeed C2 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 lbs) | 131g (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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-80 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $140 | $200 |