Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S70
95 Imaging
34 Features
25 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
26 Overall
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S70 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
- Announced August 2009

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S70 Overview
The following is a in-depth assessment of the Casio EX-Z400 and Nikon S70, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the S70 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z400 was released 6 months earlier than the S70 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-Z400 scores against the S70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S70 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Nikon Coolpix S70. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Nikon S70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Nikon S70
EX-Z400 | S70 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Casio EX-Z400
S70 | EX-Z400 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 288k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+58k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Nikon S70
EX-Z400 | S70 | |||
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Announced | January 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z400 comes with 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 S70 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z400 and Nikon S70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z400 compared to the S70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z400 and S70 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S70 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z400 and S70.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should really take the production date of the products into consideration.

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Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S70 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Nikon Coolpix S70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Nikon Coolpix S70 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-08-04 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-7.0 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 288k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lbs) | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | NP-40 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $0 | $290 |