Casio EX-Z800 vs Nikon S6900

Let's examine more in depth at the Casio EX-Z800 and Nikon S6900, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the S6900 (16MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z800 was revealed 5 years prior to the S6900 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-Z800 matches up versus the S6900 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 and Nikon Coolpix S6900. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery and Nikon S6900 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z800 provides physical dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6900 has dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-Z800 and Nikon S6900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z800 versus the S6900.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z800 and S6900 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The photograph underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z800 and S6900.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S6900 to render more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older EX-Z800 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.