Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S4000
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35 Features
19 Overall
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35 Features
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S4000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- 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
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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-Z16 vs Nikon S4000 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S4000, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the S4000 (12MP) is very comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z16 was introduced 8 months after the S4000 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z16 matches up vs the S4000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S4000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Nikon Coolpix S4000. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Nikon S4000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Nikon S4000
EX-Z16 | S4000 | |||
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Revealed | September 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 8 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Casio EX-Z16
S4000 | EX-Z16 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | " | Larger display (+3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Nikon S4000
EX-Z16 | S4000 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S4000 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 comes with physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Nikon S4000 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S4000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z16 vs the S4000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and S4000 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S4000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and S4000.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer EX-Z16 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S4000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S4000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Nikon Coolpix S4000 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-09-20 | 2010-02-03 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
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 | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | - | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 0k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
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 | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 848x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | - | 131 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" 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 | - | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $100 | $200 |