Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6000
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Announced February 2010

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6000 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon S6000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the S6000 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was unveiled 24 months after the S6000 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-ZR15 grades against the S6000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6000 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Nikon Coolpix S6000. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Nikon S6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Nikon S6000
EX-ZR15 | S6000 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 24 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Casio EX-ZR15
S6000 | EX-ZR15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon S6000
EX-ZR15 | S6000 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR15 enjoys outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6000 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon S6000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR15 versus the S6000.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR15 and S6000 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6000 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR15 and S6000.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-ZR15 to show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR15 should have a benefit in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix S6000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.7-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 lbs) | 156 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | 325 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-110 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $249 | $300 |