Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S630
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S630 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2009
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S630 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and S630 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe EX-ZR15 was announced 2 years after the S630 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-ZR15 grades versus the S630 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S630 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Nikon Coolpix S630. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Nikon S630 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Nikon S630
EX-ZR15 | S630 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | February 2009 | Newer by 36 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Casio EX-ZR15
S630 | EX-ZR15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon S630
EX-ZR15 | S630 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S630 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR15 has exterior measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon S630 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon S630 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR15 and the S630.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and S630 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S630 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR15 and S630.
As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR15 to produce more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR15 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S630 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix S630 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix S630 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 37-260mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 pounds) | 140 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" 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 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-110 | EN-L12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $249 | $240 |