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Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S1200pj

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32

Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S1200pj Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 848 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed September 2010
Nikon S1200pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
  • Launched August 2011
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S1200pj Overview

The following is a thorough analysis of the Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the S1200pj (14MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was launched 11 months before the S1200pj and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-Z16 scores against the S1200pj in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Nikon S1200pj

 EX-Z16 S1200pj 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing

Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Casio EX-Z16

 S1200pj EX-Z16 
LaunchedAugust 2011September 2010Newer by 11 months
Display sizing3""Larger display (+3")
Display resolution460k0kSharper display (+460k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Nikon S1200pj

 EX-Z16 S1200pj 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S1200pj Physical Comparison

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z16 enjoys exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Nikon S1200pj has proportions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S1200pj in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z16 against the S1200pj.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S1200pj size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and S1200pj is 99 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S1200pj top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S1200pj Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The picture below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and S1200pj.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S1200pj to give you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z16 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S1200pj sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S1200pj Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S1200pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z16
Portrait photography with Nikon S1200pj
27
manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Street photography advice
Nikon S1200pj Street photography advice
58
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
54
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
more heavy than competition in class (186 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography features
Nikon S1200pj Sports photography features
27
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
slow fps (0.8 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography factors
Nikon S1200pj Travel photography factors
53
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
61
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (186 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Landscape photography advice
Nikon S1200pj Landscape photography advice
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manual focus
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (")
no manual control
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
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rather wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Vlogging info
Nikon S1200pj Vlogging info
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
video res low (848 x 480 pixels)
lack of mic support
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rather wide (28mm)
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone socket
more heavy than competition in class (186 grams)
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S1200pj Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Nikon S1200pj
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Nikon Coolpix S1200pj
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Nikon Coolpix S1200pj
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-09-20 2011-08-24
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine 5.0 -
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focus distance 7cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing - 3 inches
Resolution of screen 0k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 0.8 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps)
Max video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
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 - 186 gr (0.41 lbs)
Dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9")
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 model - EN-EL12
Self timer - Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $100 $499