Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S8100
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S8100 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Launched September 2010

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S8100 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z450 was revealed 12 months earlier than the S8100 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z450 scores versus the S8100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S8100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Nikon S8100
EX-Z450 | S8100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Casio EX-Z450
S8100 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Launched | September 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Nikon S8100
EX-Z450 | S8100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S8100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 provides outer measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S8100 has specifications of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S8100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z450 vs the S8100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and S8100 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S8100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z450 and S8100.
As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of files although you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older EX-Z450 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S8100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S8100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Nikon Coolpix S8100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-18 | 2010-09-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 30-300mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 pounds) | 180 gr (0.40 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 220 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-40 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $229 | $299 |