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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S4100 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS15
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 154g - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced July 2011
Nikon S4100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Introduced February 2011
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 Overview

Below, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-ZS15 and Nikon S4100, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the S4100 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was unveiled 6 months later than the S4100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-ZS15 grades against the S4100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Nikon S4100

 EX-ZS15 S4100 

Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 S4100 EX-ZS15 
Screen dimension3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution230k0kCrisper screen (+230k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Nikon S4100

 EX-ZS15 S4100 
IntroducedJuly 2011February 2011Same generation
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS15 offers external measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Nikon S4100 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZS15 and the S4100.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS15 and S4100 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS15 and S4100.

All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you need to take the release date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S4100 as a Portrait photography camera
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
33
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
offers face detect focus
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Street photography with Nikon S4100
48
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
more heavy than average in class (154g)
low maximum ISO (0)
64
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers touch focus
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Sports photography highlights
Nikon S4100 Sports photography highlights
32
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
features tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
37
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
slow frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (190 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Travel photography with Nikon S4100
61
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
very good max aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse mode
more heavy than average in class (154 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
67
offers touch focus
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (26mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
bad battery pack (190 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Landscape photography features
Nikon S4100 Landscape photography features
32
very good max aperture (f)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
tiny screen ( inches)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
no RAW support
lack of Timelapse mode
41
decently wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
no manual exposure
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
bad battery pack (190 per charge)
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Vlogging advice
Nikon S4100 Vlogging advice
26
very good max aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone port
more heavy than average in class (154 grams)
33
decently wide (26mm)
touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detect focus
slow max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone socket
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Nikon S4100
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Nikon Coolpix S4100
General Information
Company Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Nikon Coolpix S4100
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-07-18 2011-02-09
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 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO - 3200
Min native ISO - 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 26-130mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing distance - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal - 3 inch
Display resolution 0 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 4 seconds
Max shutter speed - 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 4.50 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154g (0.34 pounds) -
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8")
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 - 190 pictures
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - EN-EL19
Self timer - Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type - SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $248 $140