Clicky

Casio EX-Z16 vs Olympus TG-870

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 front
Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
46
Overall
43

Casio EX-Z16 vs Olympus TG-870 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(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
  • Announced September 2010
Olympus TG-870
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
  • 221g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
  • Announced January 2016
  • Replaced the Olympus TG-860
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Casio EX-Z16 vs Olympus TG-870 Overview

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-Z16 versus Olympus TG-870, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Olympus. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and TG-870 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

The EX-Z16 was released 6 years before the TG-870 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-Z16 grades versus the TG-870 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras
	
	

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Olympus TG-870

 EX-Z16 TG-870 
Manually focus More precise focusing

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-870 over the Casio EX-Z16

 TG-870 EX-Z16 
AnnouncedJanuary 2016September 2010Newer by 64 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen dimension3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution921k0kSharper screen (+921k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Olympus TG-870

 EX-Z16 TG-870 
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Olympus TG-870 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z16 has got outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Olympus TG-870 has sizing of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

See the Casio EX-Z16 versus Olympus TG-870 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z16 versus the TG-870.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Olympus TG-870 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and TG-870 is 99 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Olympus TG-870 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Olympus TG-870 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The pic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and TG-870.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus TG-870 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z16 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Olympus TG-870 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Olympus TG-870 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Olympus TG-870 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus TG-870 as a Portrait photography camera
27
manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
36
MP count good (16MP)
comes with face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Street photography camera
Olympus TG-870 as a Street photography camera
58
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
65
tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than competition (221g)
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography factors
Olympus TG-870 Sports photography factors
27
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
51
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
weather sealing
great battery life (300 shots)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Travel photography camera
Olympus TG-870 as a Travel photography camera
53
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
69
great battery life (300 CIPA)
weather sealing
MP count good (16MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (21mm)
heavier than competition (221 grams)
does not contain selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Landscape photography info
Olympus TG-870 Landscape photography info
32
manual focus
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
small screen ( inches)
no manual mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse function
50
relatively wide (21mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
weather sealing
great battery life (300 shots)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Vlogging camera
Olympus TG-870 as a Vlogging camera
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (848 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone support
32
relatively wide (21mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
does not contain selfie friendly display
no mic port
heavier than competition (221g)
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Casio EX-Z16 vs Olympus TG-870 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Olympus TG-870
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870
General Information
Brand Casio Olympus
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-09-20 2016-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine 5.0 TruePic VII
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 12MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max enhanced ISO - 12800
Minimum native ISO 64 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 21-105mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.5-5.7
Macro focusing distance 7cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing - 3 inch
Resolution of display 0 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 7.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 4.00 m (at ISO 1600)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, off, LED illuminator
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (60p)
Max video resolution 848x480 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 221 grams (0.49 lb)
Dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1")
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 life - 300 shots
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID - Li-50B
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $100 $280