Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon B500
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon B500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-900mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 541g - 114 x 78 x 95mm
- Launched February 2016
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon B500 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon B500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the B500 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe EX-ZR400 was revealed 4 years earlier than the B500 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR400 scores versus the B500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon B500 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Nikon Coolpix B500. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Nikon B500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Nikon B500
EX-ZR400 | B500 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon B500 over the Casio EX-ZR400
B500 | EX-ZR400 | |||
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Launched | February 2016 | January 2013 | Fresher by 37 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 461k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Nikon B500
EX-ZR400 | B500 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon B500 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR400 enjoys physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon B500 has specifications of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon B500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR400 versus the B500.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and B500 is 92 and 68 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon B500 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and B500.
As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you should really take the release date of the products into consideration. The older EX-ZR400 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon B500 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon B500 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Nikon Coolpix B500 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Nikon Coolpix B500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2016-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 23-900mm (39.1x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.0-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 30.0fps | 7.4fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) | 541 gr (1.19 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 114 x 78 x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | 600 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NP-130 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $0 | $300 |