Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S02
95 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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97 Imaging
36 Features
28 Overall
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S02 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 100g - 77 x 51 x 18mm
- Introduced September 2013
Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S02 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S02, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the S02 (13MP) is relatively well matched but the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and S02 (1/3") posses totally different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-Z550 was revealed 4 years before the S02 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-Z550 matches up vs the S02 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S02 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Nikon Coolpix S02. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Nikon S02 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Nikon S02
EX-Z550 | S02 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S02 over the Casio EX-Z550
S02 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Introduced | September 2013 | January 2010 | More modern by 44 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Nikon S02
EX-Z550 | S02 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S02 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z550 offers outer dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon S02 has proportions of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S02 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z550 compared to the S02.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and S02 is 95 and 97 respectively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S02 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z550 and S02.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z550 using its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Casio EX-Z550 will resolve extra detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S02 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Nikon Coolpix S02 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Nikon Coolpix S02 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2013-09-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixel | 13 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4160 x 3120 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 1.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps); High-speed: 1920 x 1080 (15 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 143 grams (0.32 lb) | 100 grams (0.22 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 77 x 51 x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 210 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | - |
Launch cost | $149 | $177 |