Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100
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15 Overall
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![Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZS15/Casio-EX-ZS15-front.jpg)
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37 Features
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 Key Specs
(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
(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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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 and Nikon Coolpix S4100. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZS15 Gallery and Nikon S4100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Nikon S4100
EX-ZS15 | S4100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Casio EX-ZS15
S4100 | EX-ZS15 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Nikon S4100
EX-ZS15 | S4100 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2011 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | 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).
Compare the Casio EX-ZS15 and Nikon S4100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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 Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZS15-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S4100-size-comparison.jpg)
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 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZS15-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S4100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
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 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZS15-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S4100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZS15-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S4100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S4100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | |
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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 |