Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S01

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-Z400 and Nikon S01, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the S01 (10MP) is relatively close but the EX-Z400 (1/2.3") and S01 (1/2.9") provide different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z400 was launched 5 years prior to the S01 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z400 matches up vs the S01 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 & Nikon Coolpix S01. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery & Nikon S01 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z400 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon S01 has dimensions of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z400 compared to the S01.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z400 and S01 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Often, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The pic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z400 and S01.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z400 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Casio EX-Z400 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z400 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.