Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S80

Here is a thorough review of the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Nikon S80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the S80 (14MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS5 was announced 4 months later than the S80 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the EX-ZS5 grades vs the S80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 and Nikon Coolpix S80. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery and Nikon S80 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS5 enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Nikon S80 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Nikon S80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZS5 vs the S80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS5 and S80 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS5 and S80.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures but you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration.