Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S6400

The following is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S6400, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and S6400 (16MP) and the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and S6400 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX-Z29 was revealed 4 years prior to the S6400 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-Z29 grades vs the S6400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 and Nikon Coolpix S6400. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery and Nikon S6400 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z29 provides outside measurements of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6400 has dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S6400 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z29 compared to the S6400.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z29 and S6400 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The pic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z29 and S6400.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z29 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Nikon S6400 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z29 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.