Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S3700
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S3700 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
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 118g - 96 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2015

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S3700 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Casio EX-Z550 versus Nikon S3700, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and S3700 (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was announced 6 years prior to the S3700 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the EX-Z550 matches up vs the S3700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S3700 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Nikon Coolpix S3700. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Nikon S3700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Nikon S3700
EX-Z550 | S3700 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Casio EX-Z550
S3700 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 61 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Nikon S3700
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S3700 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z550 offers exterior measurements 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 S3700 has specifications of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z550 versus Nikon S3700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z550 against the S3700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and S3700 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S3700 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z550 and S3700.
As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon S3700 to deliver extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-Z550 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S3700 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Nikon Coolpix S3700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Nikon Coolpix S3700 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2015-01-14 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing range | - | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 143g (0.32 pounds) | 118g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 96 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 240 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $149 | $175 |