Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S800c
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S800c 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
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Launched February 2013

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S800c Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Casio EX-Z450 and Nikon S800c, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and S800c (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z450 was introduced 4 years before the S800c which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-Z450 grades versus the S800c in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S800c Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Nikon S800c
EX-Z450 | S800c | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Casio EX-Z450
S800c | EX-Z450 | |||
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Launched | February 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 42 months |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+589k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Nikon S800c
EX-Z450 | S800c | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S800c Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 provides exterior measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Nikon S800c has specifications of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z450 and Nikon S800c in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the EX-Z450 against the S800c.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and S800c is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S800c Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z450 and S800c.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon S800c to resolve greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z450 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S800c Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S800c Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Nikon Coolpix S800c | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Nikon Coolpix S800c |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-18 | 2013-02-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 819 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | OLED panel 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 | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 lb) | 184 gr (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 140 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $229 | $290 |