Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S32
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2014

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S32 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Casio EX-Z450 and Nikon S32, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the S32 (13MP) is very similar but the EX-Z450 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") have different sensor sizes.

The EX-Z450 was launched 5 years earlier than the S32 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the EX-Z450 grades against the S32 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S32 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Nikon Coolpix S32. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Nikon S32
EX-Z450 | S32 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Casio EX-Z450
S32 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 54 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Nikon S32
EX-Z450 | S32 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z450 comes with exterior measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon S32 has sizing of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z450 and Nikon S32 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 at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z450 versus the S32.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z450 and S32 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and S32.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z450 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Nikon S32 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The older EX-Z450 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S32 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S32 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-08-18 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 13 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4160 x 3120 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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) | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
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 | - | 220 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $229 | $180 |