Casio Exilim EX-Z400 Review
Main Features
- 12.0 MP 1/2.3" CCD sensor
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Image Stabilization: Yes
- 3″ Fixed Type Screen
- ViewFinder: No
- fps Continuous Shooting
- Video: 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps)
- Built-in Wireless: No
- Dimensions: 95 x 60 x 23 mm
- Weight: 130 g
- Environmental Sealing: No
- Built-in GPS: No
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 Summary
This review is devoted to Exilim EX-Z400 that Casio has first introduced to the public in Jan 08, 2009. This model is a Ultracompact camera with a resolution of 12.0 MP and a 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sized CCD sensor.
In Ultracompact cameras (Top 10 Compact Cameras) this model has taken rank #331 out of 472. Its Overall Score has reached 42/100 and it takes a rank of #751 out of 1174 in all Cameras.
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 Compared to other Compact Cameras
Now let's delve into more details of our Casio Exilim EX-Z400 review by assessing its features and specs, as well as checking what pros and cons it has compared to other average products in this category.
PROs
- Max Aperture: F2.6-7.0
- Viewfinder: No
- Image Stabilization: Yes
- Built-In Flash: Yes
- Weight: 137 g
CONs
- Screen Type: Fixed Type
- Touch Screen: No
- Viewfinder Coverage: No
- Viewfinder Magnification: No
- External Flash: No
- Sensor Resolution: 12.0 MP
- Max Native Iso: 1600
- Af Phase Detection: No
- AutoFocus Face Detection: No
- Microphone Port: No
Complete Comparison of Casio Exilim EX-Z400 With Other Cameras in Ultracompact Category
In this part of our review, we are going to take a closer look at the technical specs and features presented in Casio Exilim EX-Z400. In addition, we are going to define the main pros and cons of this model and, based on this info, compare it to other average Ultracompact cameras.
Physical Characteristics Of Casio Exilim EX-Z400
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 has the following external dimensions 95 x 95 x 23 mm (37.4 x 23.62 x 9.06″) with the weight of 130 g.
The typical weight for average Ultracompact type cameras is 137g. If we compare the average indicator of the weight of Casio Exilim EX-Z400, we can conclude that this model is lighter than many other similar products.
Talking about the camera’s thickness, it is worth saying that Casio Exilim EX-Z400 is wider than other average cameras from this class. Its thickness is 23mm.
Look at the pictures below to see the front and top view of Casio Exilim EX-Z400 with the indication of this model’s dimensions:
If you want to have a better idea of how big the Casio Exilim EX-Z400 is, look at the pictures below to see how big it is compared to a credit card and a AA type battery.
Finally, let's check how different are the weight and thickness of the Casio Exilim EX-Z400 compared to other models from this class of cameras presented by the brand’s competitors:
Thickness
Weight
Unfortunately, Casio Exilim EX-Z400 comes without a waterproof feature, so if you want it to serve well and last longer, you will have to use it very carefully and avoid water.
Unfortunately, Casio Exilim EX-Z400 comes without a dustproof feature, so if you want it to serve well and last longer, you will have to use it very carefully and protect your camera from external threats such as dust.
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 Photo and Sensor Features
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 boasts of a resolution of 12.0 MP and is equipped with a 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sized CCD sensor.
The base of Casio Exilim EX-Z400 has the following ISO range 100 - 1600 .
Unfortunately, the support of the RAW file is not included in Casio Exilim EX-Z400. However, if you are looking specifically for a Ultracompact camera with a RAW file support, you should check out one of the following models from the same class and within similar price range .
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 features a 12.0 MP 1/2.3" sensor, which is not a good pick for high-quality and detailed pictures. However, we have an alternative option for you if you were looking for higher resolution.
Anti-Aliasing Filter
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 is known for the lack of anti-alias (Low-pass) filter. It is one of its essential features of the sensor built in this model. The absence of this filter contributes to a higher level of details and sharpness in the pictures you take. Yet, the lack of an anti-alias filter also enhances the possibility of more occurring in certain conditions.
Now let’s check how we can compare the size of 1/2.3" sensor featured in Casio Exilim EX-Z400 with other standard sensor sizes.
Other Characteristics And Features of Casio Exilim EX-Z400
LCD and ViewFinder
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 is equipped with a Fixed Type 3" LCD screen. The resolution of this model’s screen reaches 230k dots.
In addition, this model comes with a built-in ViewFinder.
Max Shutter speed
Some of the other highlights of Casio Exilim EX-Z400 are its fps max speed and 1/1000 sec max shutter speed, which allow you to shoot continuously.
Flash
Unlike some other cameras from this category, Exilim EX-Z400 unfortunately, is not equipped with a built-in flash.
Video Features
As for the video quality characteristics of Casio Exilim EX-Z400, it gives you a possibility to shoot videos at the highest resolution of 1280 x 720 You also have enough flexibility in terms of how you can save your files. Namely, Casio Exilim EX-Z400 allows you to save files in Motion JPEG formats.
Comparing the technical characteristics of this model with the modern standards, we have to admit that 1280 x 720 is a rather poor indicator of video resolution. However, if you are looking for a camera that has 4K video support, we recommend you to consider our Cheapest Camera with 4K video.
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 is not equipped with any ports that would allow you to connect external headphones and microphones to it.
Connectivity and Storage
You can connect Exilim EX-Z400 to compatible devices via its USB none or HDMI ports.
How Good is Casio Exilim EX-Z400 for Different Types of Photography?
In this part of our review, we are going to focus on Casio Exilim EX-Z400’s performance in various fields of photography. Each sub-section stands for a specific photography area. In every part, we will review Casio Exilim EX-Z400’s name performance and give it an overall score. This first spider web graph indicates how we can compare the Exilim EX-Z400 to the average Compact camera.
Hover your mouse over the points to see the score details for each photography type.
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 for Portrait Photography
After carefully reviewing how well Casio Exilim EX-Z400 performs Portrait Photography, we gave it a score of 30. Compared to scores of other cameras from the same class, Casio Exilim EX-Z400 can be called a Intermediate model for this type of photography.
If the score of this model doesn’t impress you and you are still looking for a model that is better suited for Portrait Photography, we recommend you to check out our Top 10 Cameras for Portrait Photography.
Advantages:
- Image Stabilization
Disadvantages:
- Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 for Street Photography
After carefully reviewing how well Casio Exilim EX-Z400 performs Street Photography, we gave it a score of 39. Compared to scores of other cameras from the same class, Casio Exilim EX-Z400 can be called a Intermediate model for this type of photography.
Advantages:
- Small size (95 x 60 x 23 mm)
- Live View
- Image Stabilization
Disadvantages:
- No Built-in View Finder
- Small 1/2.3"(6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 for Sports Photography
After carefully reviewing how well Casio Exilim EX-Z400 performs Sports Photography, we gave it a score of 13. Compared to scores of other cameras from the same class, Casio Exilim EX-Z400 can be called a 13 model for this type of photography.
Advantages:
- No View Finder
Disadvantages:
- Slow Continuous Shooting ( fps)
- No Environmental Sealing
- Slow Max Shutter Speed (1/1000s)
- Bad Max Native ISO (1600)
- Small size (95 x 60 x 23 mm)
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 for Daily Photography
After carefully reviewing how well Casio Exilim EX-Z400 performs Daily Photography, we gave it a score of 37. Compared to scores of other cameras from the same class, Casio Exilim EX-Z400 can be called a Intermediate model for this type of photography.
Advantages:
- Small weight (130 g)
- Small size (95 x 60 x 23 mm)
- Built-in Flash
- Live View
- Video is available
Disadvantages:
- Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
- No Built-in View Finder
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 for Landscape Photography
After carefully reviewing how well Casio Exilim EX-Z400 performs Landscape Photography, we gave it a score of 21. Compared to scores of other cameras from the same class, Casio Exilim EX-Z400 can be called a 21 model for this type of photography.
If the score of this model doesn’t impress you and you are still looking for a model that is better suited for Landscape Photography, we recommend you to check out our Top 10 Cameras for Landscape Photography.
Advantages:
- Live View
Disadvantages:
- Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
- Low resolution sensor (12 MP)
- No Environmental Sealing
- No RAW Support
- Bad Max Native ISO (1600)
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 Detailed Specs
| General | ||
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| Brand | Casio | |
| Model | Exilim EX-Z400 | |
| Announced | Jan 08, 2009 | |
| Body Type | Ultracompact | |
| Lens | ||
| Manual Focus |  |
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| Lens Mount | Fixed lens | |
| Number of Lenses | n/a | |
| Focal Length Multiplier | n/a | |
| Macro Focus Range | ||
| Screen | ||
| Screen Type | Fixed Type | |
| Screen Size | 3″ | |
| Screen Resolution | 230k dots | |
| Live View |  |
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| Touch Screen | |
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| ViewFinder | ||
| ViewFinder | ||
| ViewFinder Resolution | 0k dots | |
| ViewFinder Coverage | % | |
| ViewFinder Magnification | ||
| Photography Features | ||
| Min Shutter Speed | 1/2 s | |
| Max Shutter Speed | 1/1000 s | |
| Continuous Shooting | fps | |
| Shutter Priority | |
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| Aperture Priority | |
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| Manual Exposure Mode | |
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| Exposure Compensation | |
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| Custom White Balance | |
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| Image Stabilization | |
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| Built-in Flash | |
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| Flash Range | ||
| Flash Modes | ||
| External Flash | |
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| AE Bracketing | |
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| WB Bracketing | |
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| Exposure Modes | ||
| Multi-Segment | |
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| Average | |
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| Spot | |
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| Partial | |
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| AF-Area | |
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| Center Weighted | |
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| Sensor | ||
| Sensor Type | CCD | |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.3" | |
| Sensor Dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55 mm | |
| Sensor Area | 28.07 mm2 | |
| Sensor Resolution | 12.0 MP | |
| Max Image Resolution | 4000 x 3000 | |
| Max Native ISO | 1,600 | |
| Max Boosted ISO | n/a | |
| Min Native ISO | 100 | |
| RAW Support | |
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| AutoFocus | ||
| AF Touch | |
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| AF Continuous | |
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| AF Single | |
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| AF Tracking | |
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| AF Selective | |
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| AF Center | |
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| AF Multi Area | |
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| AF Live View | |
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| AF Face Detection | |
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| AF Contrast Detection | |
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| AF Phase Detection | |
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| Number of Focus Points | n/a | |
| Number of Cross Focus Points | n/a | |
| Video Features | ||
| Video Resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | |
| Max Video Resolution | 1280 x 720 | |
| Video Formats | Motion JPEG | |
| Microphone Port | |
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| Headphone Port | |
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| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless Connectivity | |
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| HDMI | |
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| USB | USB none | |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental Sealing | |
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| Water Proof | |
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| Dust Proof | |
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| Shock Proof | |
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| Crush Proof | |
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| Freeze Proof | |
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| Weight | 130 g | |
| Physical Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23 mm | |
| Battery Life | n/a | |
| Battery Type | n/a | |
| Battery Model | NP-40 | |
| Other Features | ||
| Self Timer | |
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| Timelapse Recording | |
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| GPS | ||
| Storage Type | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | |
| Storage Slots | 1 | |
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