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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
51
Overall
44
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 front
 
Olympus SZ-16 iHS front
Portability
89
Imaging
40
Features
36
Overall
38

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR400
(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
Olympus SZ-16 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
  • 226g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
  • Released January 2013
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Overview

Here, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was launched within a month of the SZ-16 iHS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-ZR400 matches up against the SZ-16 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Olympus SZ-16 iHS

 EX-ZR400 SZ-16 iHS 
Manual focus More accurate focusing
Display resolution461k460kSharper display (+1k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-16 iHS over the Casio EX-ZR400

 SZ-16 iHS EX-ZR400 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS

 EX-ZR400 SZ-16 iHS 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2013Similar generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display measurements
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR400 has 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) whilst the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has proportions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR400 and the SZ-16 iHS.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and SZ-16 iHS is 92 and 89 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and SZ-16 iHS.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus SZ-16 iHS as a Portrait photography camera
40
focusing manually
decent MP (16MP)
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
35
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
includes face detection focus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 Street photography highlights
Olympus SZ-16 iHS Street photography highlights
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (205 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors in class (226 grams)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 as a Sports photography camera
Olympus SZ-16 iHS as a Sports photography camera
57
excellent zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
fast continuous shooting (30.0 frames per second)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
great battery (500 per charge)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
42
long zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (220 per charge)
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZR400
Travel photography with Olympus SZ-16 iHS
71
great battery (500 shots)
lighter than competition in class (205g)
decent MP (16MP)
has built in flash
really wide (24mm)
great reach (300mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
65
lighter than competitors in class (226 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
great zoom (600mm)
no Timelapse function
bad battery pack (220 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 as a Landscape photography camera
Olympus SZ-16 iHS as a Landscape photography camera
52
focusing manually
really wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
great battery (500 shots)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
41
really wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
no manual exposure
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
bad battery pack (220 shots)
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 Vlogging information
Olympus SZ-16 iHS Vlogging information
33
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (205 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have mic support
31
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection focus
lighter than competitors in class (226g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external microphone jack
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR400 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR400Olympus SZ-16 iHS
General Information
Company Casio Olympus
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 Olympus SZ-16 iHS
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2013-01-29 2013-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine HS -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS 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 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-300mm (12.5x) 25-600mm (24.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.0-6.9
Macro focus distance 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 461k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech Super Clear TFT color LCD TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 30.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.70 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 205g (0.45 pounds) 226g (0.50 pounds)
Physical dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 500 shots 220 shots
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-130 LI-50B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $0 $230