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Casio EX-Z450 vs Casio EX-ZR400

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 front
 
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
51
Overall
44

Casio EX-Z450 vs Casio EX-ZR400 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z450
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
  • 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
  • Introduced August 2009
Casio EX-ZR400
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
  • Introduced January 2013
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Casio EX-ZR400 Overview

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z450 and Casio EX-ZR400, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Casio. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and EX-ZR400 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z450 was launched 4 years prior to the EX-ZR400 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-Z450 grades against the EX-ZR400 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Casio EX-ZR400

 EX-Z450 EX-ZR400 

Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Casio EX-Z450

 EX-ZR400 EX-Z450 
IntroducedJanuary 2013August 2009Newer by 42 months
Screen resolution461k230kClearer screen (+231k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Casio EX-ZR400

 EX-Z450 EX-ZR400 
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen dimensions
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z450 vs Casio EX-ZR400 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z450 offers external dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZR400 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z450 and Casio EX-ZR400 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z450 versus the EX-ZR400.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Casio EX-ZR400 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and EX-ZR400 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Casio EX-ZR400 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z450 vs Casio EX-ZR400 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z450 and EX-ZR400.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR400 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z450 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Casio EX-ZR400 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z450 vs Casio EX-ZR400 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z450 vs Casio EX-ZR400 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Portrait photography info
Casio EX-ZR400 Portrait photography info
27
has manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
40
you can focus manually
good resolution (16MP)
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 as a Street photography camera
Casio EX-ZR400 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competitors in class (128 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others (205 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 as a Sports photography camera
Casio EX-ZR400 as a Sports photography camera
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
57
amazing zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
fast shooting (30.0 frames/s)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16MP)
offers tracking focus
good battery life (500 per charge)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 as a Travel photography camera
Casio EX-ZR400 as a Travel photography camera
62
lighter than competitors in class (128 grams)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
resolution not great (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
71
good battery life (500 CIPA)
lighter than others (205g)
good resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (24mm)
long zoom (300mm)
lack of Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Landscape photography information
Casio EX-ZR400 Landscape photography information
37
has manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
52
you can focus manually
decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16MP)
good battery life (500 per charge)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Vlogging information
Casio EX-ZR400 Vlogging information
28
fairly wide (28mm)
lighter than competitors in class (128 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
does not have a selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic support
33
decently wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others (205 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of microphone support
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Casio EX-ZR400 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z450 and Casio EX-ZR400
 Casio Exilim EX-Z450Casio Exilim EX-ZR400
General Information
Brand Casio Casio
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z450 Casio Exilim EX-ZR400
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2009-08-18 2013-01-29
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Exilim Engine HS
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 12MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 24-300mm (12.5x)
Maximum aperture f/2.6-5.8 f/3.0-5.9
Macro focus range 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230k dots 461k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech - Super Clear TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/2 secs 15 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames/s 30.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 4.70 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 128 grams (0.28 pounds) 205 grams (0.45 pounds)
Dimensions 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life - 500 shots
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-40 NP-130
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $229 $0