Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000 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
- Revealed January 2009
(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

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").

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.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Nikon Coolpix S4000. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Nikon S4000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Nikon S4000
EX-Z400 | S4000 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Casio EX-Z400
S4000 | EX-Z400 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 13 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Nikon S4000
EX-Z400 | S4000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 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).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S4000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | |
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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 |