Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S2900
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S2900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.0) lens
- 130g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
- Released January 2009
(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
- Released January 2015

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S2900 Overview
Following is a in depth review of the Casio EX-Z400 and Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and S2900 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z400 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the S2900 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-Z400 matches up vs the S2900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S2900 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Nikon Coolpix S2900. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Nikon S2900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Nikon S2900
EX-Z400 | S2900 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Casio EX-Z400
S2900 | EX-Z400 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 73 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Nikon S2900
EX-Z400 | S2900 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S2900 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z400 has outside dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon S2900 has measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z400 and Nikon S2900 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z400 against the S2900.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z400 and S2900 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S2900 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The pic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z400 and S2900.
As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S2900 to give you more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z400 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S2900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S2900 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Nikon Coolpix S2900 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-7.0 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Hot shoe | ||
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 | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 lbs) | 119g (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 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 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $0 | $117 |