Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S80
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S80 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 133g - 99 x 63 x 17mm
- Announced September 2010

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S80 Overview
Following is a extended overview of the Casio EX-Z550 and Nikon S80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the S80 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was announced 8 months before the S80 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-Z550 scores versus the S80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S80 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Nikon Coolpix S80. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Nikon S80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Nikon S80
EX-Z550 | S80 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S80 over the Casio EX-Z550
S80 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Announced | September 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 8 months |
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+589k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Nikon S80
EX-Z550 | S80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S80 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z550 offers outside 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 S80 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z550 and Nikon S80 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z550 against the S80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and S80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S80 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and S80.
Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images but you may want to consider the age 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 S80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S80 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Nikon Coolpix S80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Nikon Coolpix S80 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2010-09-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 7cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 819k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.3 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 143 grams (0.32 pounds) | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 99 x 63 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 150 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $149 | $191 |