Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S4100
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Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S4100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-113mm (F) lens
- 125g - 101 x 57 x 23mm
- Introduced March 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2011
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Here, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z29 and Nikon S4100, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and S4100 (14MP) and the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and S4100 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe EX-Z29 was brought out 23 months prior to the S4100 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-Z29 matches up against the S4100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 & Nikon Coolpix S4100. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery & Nikon S4100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z29 over the Nikon S4100
| EX-Z29 | S4100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Casio EX-Z29
| S4100 | EX-Z29 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2011 |  | March 2009 | More modern by 23 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 115k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z29 and Nikon S4100
| EX-Z29 | S4100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S4100 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z29 comes with physical dimensions of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S4100 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z29 and the S4100.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z29 and S4100 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S4100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The pic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z29 and S4100.
All in all, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z29 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Nikon S4100 will show more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z29 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S4100 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z29 | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z29 | Nikon Coolpix S4100 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2009-03-03 | 2011-02-09 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 38-113mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | - | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 115k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.80 m | 4.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Red Eye Reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
| Hot shoe | ||
| 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 | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 125g (0.28 lbs) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 57 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| 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 life | - | 190 shots |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-60 | EN-EL19 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SDHC / SD Memory Card | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $79 | $140 |