Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100
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![Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z550/Casio-EX-Z550-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S4100 front Nikon Coolpix S4100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S4100/Nikon-S4100-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Announced February 2011
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Casio EX-Z550 versus Nikon S4100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the S4100 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The EX-Z550 was announced 13 months prior to the S4100 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-Z550 grades versus the S4100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Nikon Coolpix S4100. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Nikon S4100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Nikon S4100
EX-Z550 | S4100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Casio EX-Z550
S4100 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 13 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Nikon S4100
EX-Z550 | S4100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 has 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) and the Nikon S4100 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z550 versus Nikon S4100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z550 versus the S4100.
![Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 size comparison Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z550-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S4100-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and S4100 is 95 and 99 respectively.
![Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z550-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S4100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z550 and S4100.
As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-Z550 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
![Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 sensor size comparison Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z550-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S4100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z550-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S4100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S4100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Nikon Coolpix S4100 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 143 gr (0.32 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 190 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $149 | $140 |