Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon S6900

In this article, we are matching up the Casio EX-Z16 and Nikon S6900, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and S6900 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the S6900 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the EX-Z16 grades vs the S6900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 and Nikon Coolpix S6900. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery and Nikon S6900 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z16 has physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6900 has dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-Z16 and Nikon S6900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z16 compared to the S6900.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and S6900 is 99 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and S6900.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S6900 to provide greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The older EX-Z16 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.