Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S9100

Lets look a little more closely at the Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon S9100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z450 was announced 23 months before the S9100 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-Z450 scores versus the S9100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z450 has physical measurements 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 S9100 has dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z450 compared to the S9100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and S9100 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The image here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and S9100.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-Z450 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.