Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S2000
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39 Features
51 Overall
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93 Imaging
33 Features
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S2000 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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2010

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S2000 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S2000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR400 was unveiled 3 years after the S2000 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-ZR400 grades vs the S2000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Sony S2000
EX-ZR400 | S2000 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 38 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Casio EX-ZR400
S2000 | EX-ZR400 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Sony S2000
EX-ZR400 | S2000 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR400 comes with physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S2000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR400 against the S2000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and S2000 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR400 and S2000.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR400 to deliver extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR400 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shutter rate | 30.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $0 | $225 |