Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon S3600
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon S3600 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
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2014

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon S3600 Overview
Below is a in-depth analysis of the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Nikon S3600, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the S3600 (20MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR400 was manufactured 11 months earlier than the S3600 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the EX-ZR400 matches up versus the S3600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon S3600 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Nikon Coolpix S3600. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Nikon S3600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Nikon S3600
EX-ZR400 | S3600 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Casio EX-ZR400
S3600 | EX-ZR400 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Nikon S3600
EX-ZR400 | S3600 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon S3600 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR400 comes with outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3600 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Nikon S3600 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR400 against the S3600.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and S3600 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon S3600 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The graphic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR400 and S3600.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S3600 to offer you more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older EX-ZR400 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon S3600 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 30.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 230 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $0 | $200 |