Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S02

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Nikon S02, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the S02 (13MP) is very close but the EX-ZS15 (1/2.3") and S02 (1/3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The EX-ZS15 was launched 3 years before the S02 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the EX-ZS15 matches up vs the S02 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 and Nikon Coolpix S02. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZS15 Gallery and Nikon S02 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZS15 enjoys outer measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Nikon S02 has specifications of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Nikon S02 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZS15 compared to the S02.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS15 and S02 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The image here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS15 and S02.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZS15 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Casio EX-ZS15 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZS15 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.