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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S1200pj

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S1200pj Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS15
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 154g - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released July 2011
Nikon S1200pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
  • Announced August 2011
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S1200pj Overview

Below, we will be matching up the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the S1200pj (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was introduced within a month of the S1200pj and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-ZS15 matches up vs the S1200pj in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Nikon S1200pj

 EX-ZS15 S1200pj 

Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Casio EX-ZS15

 S1200pj EX-ZS15 
Screen dimension3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution460k0kSharper screen (+460k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Nikon S1200pj

 EX-ZS15 S1200pj 
AnnouncedJuly 2011August 2011Same age
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S1200pj Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS15 features external dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Nikon S1200pj has dimensions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Nikon S1200pj in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZS15 compared to the S1200pj.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S1200pj size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS15 and S1200pj is 95 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S1200pj top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S1200pj Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS15 and S1200pj.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you need to take the age of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S1200pj sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S1200pj Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S1200pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Portrait photography factors
Nikon S1200pj Portrait photography factors
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Street photography with Nikon S1200pj
48
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
heavier than average in class (154g)
max ISO too low (0)
54
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than average (186 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Sports photography details
Nikon S1200pj Sports photography details
32
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
35
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
very slow continuous shooting (0.8 fps)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Travel photography highlights
Nikon S1200pj Travel photography highlights
61
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
fast maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average in class (154g)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
61
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (186g)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Landscape photography features
Nikon S1200pj Landscape photography features
32
fast maximum aperture (f)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
small screen (")
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
has no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
42
pretty wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS15
Vlogging with Nikon S1200pj
26
fast maximum aperture (f)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic socket
heavier than average in class (154 grams)
29
pretty wide (28mm)
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic port
heavier than average (186g)
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S1200pj Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Nikon S1200pj
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Nikon Coolpix S1200pj
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Nikon Coolpix S1200pj
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-07-18 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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO - 1600
Highest boosted ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO - 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.9-5.8
Macro focusing range - 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size - 3"
Resolution of screen 0 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed - 1/1500 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 0.8 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 3.50 m
Flash settings no built-in flash -
Hot shoe
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 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154 grams (0.34 lb) 186 grams (0.41 lb)
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 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 ID - EN-EL12
Self timer - Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $248 $499