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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S2900

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S2900 front
Portability
96
Imaging
46
Features
32
Overall
40

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S2900 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
  • Announced July 2011
Nikon S2900
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2015
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S2900 Overview

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and S2900 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was launched 4 years before the S2900 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZS15 scores vs the S2900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Nikon S2900

 EX-ZS15 S2900 

Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 S2900 EX-ZS15 
AnnouncedJanuary 2015July 2011More modern by 42 months
Display sizing2.7""Larger display (+2.7")
Display resolution230k0kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Nikon S2900

 EX-ZS15 S2900 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch display Neither contains Touch display

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S2900 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZS15 has got outside measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Nikon S2900 has measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZS15 against the S2900.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S2900 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS15 and S2900 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S2900 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S2900 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS15 and S2900.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S2900 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZS15 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S2900 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S2900 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S2900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S2900 as a Portrait photography camera
28
resolution is good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
39
megapixel count decent (20MP)
includes face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography features
Nikon S2900 Street photography features
48
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than competitors in class (154g)
max ISO too low (0)
59
built in image stabilization (Digital)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S2900 as a Sports photography camera
32
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
51
built in image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
includes tracking focus
great battery power (250 per charge)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S2900 as a Travel photography camera
61
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors in class (154 grams)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
70
great battery power (250 per charge)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S2900 Landscape photography factors
32
very good maximum aperture (f)
resolution is good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
screen is small ( inch)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
44
reasonably wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
great battery power (250 per charge)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS15
Vlogging with Nikon S2900
26
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic port
heavier than competitors in class (154 grams)
32
reasonably wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detect focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone socket
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S2900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Nikon S2900
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Nikon Coolpix S2900
General Information
Make Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Nikon Coolpix S2900
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2011-07-18 2015-01-14
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 5152 x 3864
Max native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus range - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing - 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 0k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 4s
Highest shutter speed - 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 4.00 m
Flash options no built-in flash -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 154 grams (0.34 lbs) 119 grams (0.26 lbs)
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 life - 250 pictures
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - EN-EL19
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch price $248 $117