Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L28
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L28 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Released January 2013

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L28 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-Z450 versus Nikon L28, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and L28 (20MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z450 was brought out 4 years prior to the L28 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the EX-Z450 grades against the L28 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L28 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Nikon Coolpix L28. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Nikon L28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Nikon L28
EX-Z450 | L28 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Casio EX-Z450
L28 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 42 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Nikon L28
EX-Z450 | L28 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L28 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z450 has got outer dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon L28 has sizing of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z450 versus Nikon L28 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z450 versus the L28.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z450 and L28 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L28 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z450 and L28.
As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon L28 to offer you more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z450 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L28 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Nikon Coolpix L28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Nikon Coolpix L28 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-18 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 grams (0.28 pounds) | 164 grams (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 280 photos |
Battery form | - | AA |
Battery ID | NP-40 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $229 | $90 |