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Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S9500

Portability
97
Imaging
32
Features
17
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-Z33 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S9500 front
Portability
92
Imaging
41
Features
37
Overall
39

Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S9500 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z33
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
  • Announced August 2009
Nikon S9500
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-550mm (F) lens
  • 205g - 110 x 60 x 31mm
  • Announced January 2013
  • Succeeded the Nikon S9300
  • Updated by Nikon S9700
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S9500 Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z33 and Nikon S9500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and S9500 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z33 was unveiled 4 years prior to the S9500 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-Z33 scores against the S9500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Nikon S9500

 EX-Z33 S9500 
Manually focus Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Nikon S9500 over the Casio EX-Z33

 S9500 EX-Z33 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013August 2009Newer by 41 months
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution614k230kSharper screen (+384k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Nikon S9500

 EX-Z33 S9500 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S9500 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z33 offers physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9500 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z33 compared to the S9500.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S9500 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z33 and S9500 is 97 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S9500 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S9500 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The picture here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z33 and S9500.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S9500 to render extra detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z33 will be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S9500 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S9500 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S9500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 Portrait photography advice
Nikon S9500 Portrait photography advice
25
you can focus manually
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
31
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S9500 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than others (106g)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (205g)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 Sports photography advice
Nikon S9500 Sports photography advice
16
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
41
amazing zoom range (25-550mm 22.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (18MP)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery pack (230 shots)
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z33
Travel photography with Nikon S9500
56
lighter than others (106 grams)
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse function
MP count low (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
71
lighter than competition in class (205 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
very long zoom (550mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
low battery pack (230 CIPA)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S9500 as a Landscape photography camera
27
you can focus manually
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.5")
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
46
pretty wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (18MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
low battery pack (230 shots)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z33
Vlogging with Nikon S9500
25
lighter than others (106g)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of mic socket
36
pretty wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (205g)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external mic jack
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S9500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z33 and Nikon S9500
 Casio Exilim EX-Z33Nikon Coolpix S9500
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z33 Nikon Coolpix S9500
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2009-08-31 2013-01-29
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 18 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4896 x 3672
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Lowest native ISO 64 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 99
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) 25-550mm (22.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.6 -
Macro focus distance 10cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dot 614k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology - OLED monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 7.5 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 2.80 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 106 grams (0.23 lbs) 205 grams (0.45 lbs)
Physical dimensions 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") 110 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2")
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 - 230 images
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-82 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) -
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $120 $230