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Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S4000 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z400
(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
  • Revealed January 2009
Nikon S4000
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Released February 2010
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000 Overview

Below is a extended assessment of the Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the S4000 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z400 was introduced 13 months prior to the S4000 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-Z400 matches up versus the S4000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Nikon S4000

 EX-Z400 S4000 

Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Casio EX-Z400

 S4000 EX-Z400 
ReleasedFebruary 2010January 2009More recent by 13 months
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Nikon S4000

 EX-Z400 S4000 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurement
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z400 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon S4000 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z400 against the S4000.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z400 and S4000 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The visual underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z400 and S4000.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files but you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older EX-Z400 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z400
Portrait photography with Nikon S4000
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
21
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z400 Street photography details
Nikon S4000 Street photography details
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
48
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z400 Sports photography info
Nikon S4000 Sports photography info
25
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
17
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z400 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S4000 as a Travel photography camera
58
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
low megapixels (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
58
built-in flash
rather wide (27mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z400 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S4000 as a Landscape photography camera
37
quite wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
no manual exposure
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Time Lapse function
32
rather wide (27mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z400 Vlogging factors
Nikon S4000 Vlogging factors
29
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic port
28
rather wide (27mm)
screen is touchscreen
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic port
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z400 and Nikon S4000
 Casio Exilim EX-Z400Nikon Coolpix S4000
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z400 Nikon Coolpix S4000
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2009-01-08 2010-02-03
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 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
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 mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 27-108mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-7.0 f/3.2-5.9
Macro focus range - 8cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/2s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed - 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 130g (0.29 pounds) 131g (0.29 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 model NP-40 EN-EL10
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $0 $200