Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S980
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S980 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Released February 2009
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S980 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Sony S980, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and S980 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe EX-ZR400 was revealed 4 years later than the S980 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-ZR400 scores against the S980 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S980 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Sony S980
EX-ZR400 | S980 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | February 2009 | Fresher by 49 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Casio EX-ZR400
S980 | EX-ZR400 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Sony S980
EX-ZR400 | S980 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR400 has got external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony S980 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Sony S980 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR400 against the S980.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and S980 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR400 and S980.
To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-ZR400 to give you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR400 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony S980 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 30.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $0 | $300 |