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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S1200pj

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S1200pj Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2011
Nikon S1200pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
  • Introduced August 2011
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S1200pj Overview

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the S1200pj (14MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS10 was launched 7 months prior to the S1200pj so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the EX-ZS10 matches up vs the S1200pj when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Nikon S1200pj

 EX-ZS10 S1200pj 

Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Casio EX-ZS10

 S1200pj EX-ZS10 
IntroducedAugust 2011January 2011More modern by 7 months
Screen dimension3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution460k0kSharper screen (+460k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Nikon S1200pj

 EX-ZS10 S1200pj 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S1200pj Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZS10 comes with physical measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Nikon S1200pj has proportions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZS10 compared to the S1200pj.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S1200pj size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS10 and S1200pj is 99 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S1200pj top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S1200pj Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS10 and S1200pj.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images though you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-ZS10 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S1200pj sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S1200pj Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S1200pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Portrait photography info
Nikon S1200pj Portrait photography info
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
28
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S1200pj as a Street photography camera
49
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
low maximum ISO (0)
54
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than competition in class (186 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Sports photography details
Nikon S1200pj Sports photography details
32
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
painfully slow continuous shooting (0.8 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S1200pj as a Travel photography camera
71
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fast max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
61
decent megapixels (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (186 grams)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S1200pj as a Landscape photography camera
33
fast max aperture (f)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
screen is small ( inches)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
42
rather wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S1200pj as a Vlogging camera
27
fast max aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic socket
29
rather wide (28mm)
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic port
heavier than competition in class (186g)
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S1200pj Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Nikon S1200pj
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Nikon Coolpix S1200pj
General Information
Company Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Nikon Coolpix S1200pj
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2011-01-05 2011-08-24
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD 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 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO - 1600
Maximum boosted ISO - 6400
Min native ISO - 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.9-5.8
Macro focus distance - 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size - 3 inch
Resolution of screen 0 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed - 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 0.8 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.50 m
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 186 gr (0.41 pounds)
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 model - EN-EL12
Self timer - Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch price $120 $499