Casio EX-Z35 vs Nikon S2900
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Nikon S2900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2015

Casio EX-Z35 vs Nikon S2900 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z35 versus Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and S2900 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z35 was announced 5 years earlier than the S2900 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the EX-Z35 scores versus the S2900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Nikon S2900 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 and Nikon Coolpix S2900. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery and Nikon S2900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Nikon S2900
EX-Z35 | S2900 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Casio EX-Z35
S2900 | EX-Z35 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 59 months |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Nikon S2900
EX-Z35 | S2900 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z35 vs Nikon S2900 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z35 enjoys outside measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Nikon S2900 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z35 versus Nikon S2900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z35 against the S2900.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z35 and S2900 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Nikon S2900 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z35 and S2900.
As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S2900 to give you greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older EX-Z35 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Nikon S2900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z35 vs Nikon S2900 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Nikon Coolpix S2900 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-02-21 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124g (0.27 lbs) | 119g (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 250 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-82 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $99 | $117 |