Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S80
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 133g - 99 x 63 x 17mm
- Announced September 2010

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S80 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S80, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the S80 (14MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z400 was unveiled 20 months earlier than the S80 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-Z400 matches up vs the S80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S80 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Nikon Coolpix S80. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Nikon S80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Nikon S80
EX-Z400 | S80 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S80 over the Casio EX-Z400
S80 | EX-Z400 | |||
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Announced | September 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 20 months |
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+589k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Nikon S80
EX-Z400 | S80 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S80 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z400 comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon S80 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z400 vs the S80.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z400 and S80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S80 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The graphic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z400 and S80.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S80 to render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older EX-Z400 will be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon S80 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Nikon Coolpix S80 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Nikon Coolpix S80 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2010-09-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
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 | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-7.0 | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 819 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.3fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | 133g (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 99 x 63 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") |
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 life | - | 150 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $0 | $191 |